Passion fruit is a fantastic ingredient for both sweet and savory dishes! Here’s a simple yet delicious meal using passion fruit:
Grilled Chicken with Passion Fruit Sauce
A tropical twist on grilled chicken with a tangy-sweet passion fruit sauce.
Ingredients:
- 2 chicken breasts
- 2 passion fruits (pulp and seeds)
- 2 tbsp honey (or maple syrup)
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp ginger (grated)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (like cilantro or parsley) for garnish
Instructions:
- Marinate the Chicken – Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and a little olive oil. Let them sit while you prepare the sauce.
- Make the Passion Fruit Sauce – In a small bowl, mix passion fruit pulp, honey, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger. Stir well.
- Cook the Chicken – Grill or pan-sear the chicken over medium heat for about 6–7 minutes per side until fully cooked.
- Simmer the Sauce – In a small saucepan, heat the passion fruit mixture over low heat for 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Serve – Pour the warm passion fruit sauce over the grilled chicken and garnish with fresh herbs. Serve with rice or a fresh salad.