Chicken Inasal is an ulam guests come back for: chicken marinated in calamansi, vinegar, lemongrass, and annatto, then grilled so the edges char and the color turns golden. If you have had it once, you already know. If you have not, this is the one to try.
What makes inasal different
It is not just grilled chicken. The marinade is tangy and a little citrusy, and the annatto oil brushed on while it cooks gives it that deep color and a light savory finish. It tastes like a backyard in Bacolod.
What to serve with it
Inasal likes simple, clean sides that let it stay the star:
- Steamed rice, and plenty of it, since the drippings are meant to be spooned over rice
- A light noodle like Pancit Bihon so the table has variety without competing flavors
- Lumpia Shanghai for a crunchy appetizer
Good for which events
Inasal travels well and holds its texture, so it works for backyard parties, graduations, and office lunches. It is also an easy crowd-pleaser when some of your guests are new to Filipino food.
How much to order
Plan a couple of pieces per guest when inasal is one of two or three entrees. If it is the main draw, order more. Tell me your headcount and I will size the trays with you.
How to order
Add inasal to any package as one of your entrees. Text Anne at 602-345-1201 to plan it. A 50% deposit locks in your date, and the rest is due at pickup or delivery.
