Thai drumsticks
Thai drumsticks achieve their characteristic glaze through a balance of heat and sweetness that reflects the Thai principle of complementary flavors. The addition of fresh orange juice brightens the curry paste and sweet chilli sauce, cutting through richness while the citric acid tenderizes the chicken from within. This technique, common in Southeast Asian cooking, delivers complexity from just a handful of ingredients, making it reliable for weeknight cooking without sacrificing authentic depth.
Instructions
step 1 Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6 and line a baking tray with foil.
Mix the chilli sauce with the orange zest and juice, garlic, curry paste and ¼ tsp salt.
Add the chicken and coat really well. step 2 Arrange the drumsticks on the foil, spaced apart.
Coat the chicken with any marinade left in the bowl, then roast for 35-40 mins until tender.
Wrap in foil or pack into a food container..
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