Huli Huli Spatchy (With the Grand Finale Q-VIEW)!!!

[dirtsailor2003]

Been craving Huli Huli so here we go.

This is the base recipe a friend in Hawaii gave me. I typically don't measure much and make approx. a double batch. I reserve a cup or so for basting during the cook. This one of the only times I ever baste while smoking.


3/4 cup, shoyu (soy sauce)
3-4 fresh squeezed limes
1/2 cup, honey
1/3 cup, brown sugar
3-6 garlic cloves - minced
3 tablespoons ketchup
1 tablespoon mustard
2 tablespoons, minced fresh ginger
1 teaspoon Sambal oelek (Asian Chile paste) or 3-6 Hawaiian Chiles
Hawaiian Sea salt to taste ( I omit as I feel the Shoyu has enough salt)
Good amount of pepper

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[pc farmer]

Hmmmmm, sounds like I might need to try it.

Maybe leave the chilies out thou.

 

[disco]

This sounds delicious. I am bookmarking it and will make it soon. Thanks.

Disco

 

[dirtsailor2003]

Hmmmmm, sounds like I might need to try it.

Maybe leave the chilies out thou.

You certainly can leave out the chiles but you should add a bit of heat to off set the sugar, even if it's just a little. Otherwise you'll really only have Teriyaki!

 

[dirtsailor2003]

This sounds delicious. I am bookmarking it and will make it soon. Thanks.

:points1:
Disco

Thanks Disco! To add a bit more flare to this dish, I like to add some coconut milk, lemongrass and even fish sauce. But then it's more Thai, or Vietnamese than Hawaiian!

 

[dirtsailor2003]

Totally forgot, the chicken needs to marinate for a minimum of 3-4 hours, and as much as 24 hours. Basting is a must for this dish.

 

[dirtsailor2003]

Things got in the way of my smoke last night so the Huli Huli chicken is getting a full 24 hour soak until I get off work this afternoon!

 

[dirtsailor2003]

And begin!!!

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[bdskelly]

Great looking bird Case. Perfect size for the Mini WSM. What temp did you cook it at? b

 

[dirtsailor2003]

 
Great looking bird Case. Perfect size for the Mini WSM. What temp did you cook it at? b

Ran the Mini at 325°-350°. Had larger than normal temp swings because I kept opening the unit to baste every 15-20 minutes.

 

[dirtsailor2003]

The Grand Finale! Next time I do Huli Huli I am going to inject the marinade into the bird for a more intense flavor.

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ENJOY!!!

 

[snorkelinggirl]

Looks really delicious, Case! What a great color on the skin! I bet it was super yummy....a great New Year's meal!

 

[dirtsailor2003]

Looks really delicious, Case! What a great color on the skin! I bet it was super yummy....a great New Year's meal!

Thanks Clarissa! It was really yummy! We'll be using the leftovers tonight on a large garden salad!

 

[chef willie]

looks awesome...great color on that bird.....another on the to-do list......Willie

 

[snorkelinggirl]

Thanks Clarissa! It was really yummy! We'll be using the leftovers tonight on a large garden salad!

That sounds very healthy, and a good way to get started on all of our New Year diets!

 

[disco]

Glad I hung around for this one. It looks great.

Disco

 

[dirtsailor2003]

 
looks awesome...great color on that bird.....another on the to-do list......Willie

Thanks WIllie! I'd recommend injecting the bird and marinating over night. I really like the intense flavors!

That sounds very healthy, and a good way to get started on all of our New Year diets!

That's a bad word around my house! You'll never guess who suggested salad for dinner tonight. I really wanted tri tip... I better read up on that thread Mr T did on smoked lettuce. Judging by the size of the box in the fridge its on the menu for a while!

 
Glad I hung around for this one. It looks great.

Disco

Thank you Disco! So tasty!

 

[bdskelly]

Wow Case.  Nice loping smoke. Great color! Nice amount of juice!  Perfect!

Does

 

[dirtsailor2003]

 
Wow Case.  Nice loping smoke. Great color! Nice amount of juice!  Perfect!

Does

Thanks!!!! The Mini makes awesome spatchy chickens!