1. Satay, Singapore
In some Southeast Asian countries, satay, a grilled meat dish with satay, is a very popular dish. In Singapore, grilled satay on skewers is one of the island nation's specialties and is one of the most popular dishes among tourists around the world.
This dish is quite elaborately prepared. The marinated pieces of beef and goat meat are skewered onto sharpened bamboo sticks and then grilled over fire. The most delicious dish is satay made from chicken. The chicken is cut into long, thick pieces about 2cm long and then marinated with lemongrass, coriander powder, shallots, garlic, turmeric powder, cinnamon powder, seasoning powder, sugar, peanut powder, honey, and cooking oil.
The dish is characterized by the combination of many spices, especially the layer of chili oil on top to give the dish a new aroma. The islanders often eat it with sliced cucumbers.
2. Lechon, Philippines
Lechon (whole roasted pork) is an indispensable dish during festivals and family celebrations in the beautiful country of the Philippines. The small pigs are marinated, skewered with bamboo sticks and grilled over a small charcoal fire.
After roasting, the pig skin will have a beautiful golden color, the pork will be fragrant and crispy with a very distinctive flavor of meat mixed with the smell of onions, lemongrass, pepper, pandan leaves... Because of its elaborate preparation, Lechon is usually reserved for special occasions. Without roast pig, the festival is considered not lavish and not solemn. Therefore, on occasions such as weddings, graduation ceremonies, and baptisms, lechon is required.
3. Yakitori, Japan
Yakitori is grilled chicken, one of the dishes that many tourists to Japan love. People often use chicken to grill, the meat is skewered on sticks from thigh meat, skin to liver and gizzard. The salty and sweet flavor, with a hint of sesame oil and ginger, honey is very typical and always attracts tourists when enjoying.
This is considered a familiar dish on the streets of Japan, on charcoal stoves and giving off a fragrant aroma. People can vary it by adding vegetables or beef to the skewers.
4. Char Siu, China
This is a Chinese barbecue pork dish, popular in this populous country with a simple recipe. The pork is marinated overnight with caramel, pepper, sugar, bean sauce, white wine and honey, then put in the oven at the right temperature until cooked. Char Siu pork is often eaten with white rice or bread, very delicious. You will feel the rich, sweet flavor of this dish.
5. Tandoori Chicken, India
Tandoori chicken is cooked in a large clay pot called a tandoori chicken. Now it can be cooked on a grill. This is a very popular style of Indian barbecue.
People in this country often marinate chicken with lemon juice, garlic, ginger, coriander, pepper, cloves... then grill until golden brown and very fragrant. This dish is served with raw onions and a squeeze of lemon to reduce the spiciness.
6. Grilled pork belly, Korea
Grilled meat is a popular dish with a long history in the world, made from many ingredients such as chicken, pork, beef, lamb... with the characteristic of being cooked over fire and smelling of smoke.
In the cold land of Korea, visitors will not be able to resist the attractive and fragrant aroma of this grilled meat spreading from the shops on the street. Do not miss the grilled pork belly when coming to the land of kimchi.
7. Bulgogi, South Korea
One of the most famous dishes of Korean cuisine is Bulgogi grilled meat, made with thinly sliced beef and marinated with typical spices such as onions, sesame, sesame oil, sugar, soy sauce, garlic, black pepper...
To prepare this dish, the chef mixes the ingredients with beef for about 2 hours, then puts it in the oven for about 15-20 minutes. The meat is also served with white rice or noodles, which is very rich and attractive because of the sweetness of the beef and spices.
