Chicken Kelaguen

Ingredients

2 pounds (about 900 grams) boneless chicken thighs or breasts
1/2 cup lemon or lime juice
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup finely chopped green onions
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon minced ginger
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup freshly grated coconut (optional)

Instructions

Cook the Chicken

In a pot, bring water to a boil. Add the chicken pieces and cook until fully cooked, about 15-20 minutes.

Remove the chicken from the pot and let it cool. Once cooled, shred the chicken into small pieces using two forks.

Prepare the Marinade

In a large mixing bowl, combine the lemon or lime juice, soy sauce, green onions, cilantro, garlic, ginger, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.

Mix the Chicken

Add the shredded chicken to the bowl with the marinade. Mix well to ensure the chicken is evenly coated with the marinade.

If using, add the freshly grated coconut and mix until incorporated.

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