Grilled Peruvian Chicken with Cilantro Sauce
"This simple delicious recipe forPollo a la Brasais bursting with Peruvian flavors and can be made with either chicken or portobellos ( a tasty vegetarian option) or both for mixed households. Served with Spicy Cilantro Sauce, Avocado Cucumber & Tomato Salad and optional rice, these can be made into individual Bowls, or served separately...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 1/2 -2 pounds chicken ( thigh or breast, boneless, skinless- see notes) Or substitute portobellos.
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4 garlic cloves- finely minced
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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2 tablespoons lime juice
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2 teaspoons honey, agave or sugar
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1 tablespoon cumin
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2 teaspoons paprika or smoked paprika
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1 teaspoon coriander
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1 teaspoon dried oregano ( or 1 tablespoon fresh) or sub thyme or marjoram
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1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
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1 teaspoon soy sauce ( optional)
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1/2 cup sour cream ( or sub mayo or vegan mayo)
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1/2 jalapeño (use less for less spicy)
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1 garlic clove
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1 cup chopped cilantro- thin stems ok.
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1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
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squeeze of lime ( 1 tablespoon, save other half for salad)
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2 cups diced or sliced english or turkish cucumber
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1 large perfectly ripe avocado, diced
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handful cherry tomatoes ( yellow and red are nice )
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cilantro leaves for garnishing
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olive oil for drizzling
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generous, 5 finger pinch kosher salt
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squeeze of lime
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