Chicken Kelaguen Palau

Chicken Kelaguen Palau

Kelaguen (keh-lah-GWEN)

Citrus Chicken Salad

Prep Time 15 min
📈 Difficulty Easy
👥 Servings
4
🔥 Calories 259 kcal

Grilled chicken chopped and tossed with lime juice, coconut, onion, and chili. Tangy and fresh.

Nutrition & Info

260 kcal per serving
Protein 30.0g
Carbs 10.0g
Fat 11.0g
Protein Carbs Fat

Dietary

dairy-free nut-free

Equipment Needed

grill bowl knife

Presentation Guide

Vessel: platter

Garnishes: lime, green onion

Accompaniments: tortillas

Instructions

  1. 1

    Grill chicken and chop finely.

  2. 2

    Toss with lime juice immediately.

  3. 3

    Add coconut, onion, hot pepper, green onions.

  4. 4

    Season with salt.

  5. 5

    Refrigerate 15 minutes.

  6. 6

    Serve cold on tortillas.

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Did You Know?

Kelaguen was adopted in Palau from Chamorro cuisine through the close cultural ties between the islands.

Chef's Notes

Equipment Tips

  • grill
  • bowl
  • knife

Garnishing

lime, green onion

Accompaniments

tortillas

The Story Behind Chicken Kelaguen Palau

Kelaguen arrived in Palau through cultural exchange with the nearby Mariana Islands. The Chamorro technique of cooking meat in citrus juice was readily adopted by Palauan cooks.

Palauan kelaguen tends to use more coconut and less heat than the Chamorro original.

This dish exemplifies the culinary connections between Micronesian island groups.

🕐 Traditionally enjoyed gatherings, fiestas 📜 Origins: Traditional

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