Peruvian Spicy Rocoto Char Siu Chicken with Sweet Potato Fries

Name: Peruvian Spicy Rocoto Char Siu Chicken with Sweet Potato Fries
Prep time: 2 h
Cook time: 2 h
Total time: 2 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: Chicken thighs; Rocoto paste; Char siu sauce; Soy sauce; Mirin; Sesame oil; Garlic; Ginger; Sweet potatoes; Olive oil; Smoked paprika; Garlic powder; Salt; Black pepper; Honey; Soy sauce; Lime juice; Sesame oil; Chopped green onions; Sesame seeds

A bold fusion of Peruvian spices and Cantonese flair

This recipe combines the fiery heat of rocoto peppers with sweet aromatic char siu sauce, served alongside crispy sweet potato fries for a delightful meal.

2 h 45 min
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Chicken Marinade

Chicken thighs

4 boneless skinless chicken thighs

Rocoto paste

2 tbsp

Char siu sauce

3 tbsp

Soy sauce

2 tbsp

Mirin

2 tbsp

Sesame oil

1 tbsp

Garlic

3 cloves, minced

Ginger

1-inch, grated

For the Sweet Potato Fries

Sweet potatoes

2 large, peeled and cut into sticks

Olive oil

2 tbsp

Smoked paprika

1 tsp

Garlic powder

1 tsp

Salt

to taste

Black pepper

to taste

For the Glaze

Honey

2 tbsp

Soy sauce

1 tbsp

Lime juice

1 tbsp

Sesame oil

1 tsp

For the Garnish

Chopped green onions

Sesame seeds

Preparation

Marinating the Chicken

Combine marinade ingredients

In a large bowl, combine rocoto paste, char siu sauce, soy sauce, mirin, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger.

Coat the chicken

Add the chicken thighs and coat them thoroughly with the marinade.

Refrigerate

Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for deeper flavor penetration.

Preparing the Sweet Potato Fries

Preheat oven

Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).

Toss fries

Toss the sweet potato sticks with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

For crispier fries, soak the sweet potato sticks in cold water for 30 minutes to remove excess starch.

Arrange on baking sheet

Spread evenly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Cooking Process

Roasting the Fries

Bake at 425°F for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through.

Grilling the Chicken

Grill on medium-high heat for 6–7 minutes on each side.

Ensure chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Applying the Glaze

Brush the chicken with glaze during the last 2 minutes of grilling.

Plating & Serving