Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsThe Original Roy's in Hawaii KaiPapa’s Tinono Style Chicken Recipe

Papa’s Tinono Style Chicken Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

Garlic Fried Rice | Pickled Vegetable | Calamansi Soy Glaze

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Ingredients

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Garlic Fried Rice

Pickled Vegetables

Calamansi Soy Glaze

Method

Garlic Fried Rice

  1. 1

    Prepare the Fried Rice

    In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the oil. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add Rice

    Add the cooked white rice to the skillet, breaking up any clumps. Stir well to combine with the garlic.

  3. 3

    Season

    Season with salt and stir in chopped green onions. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until heated through and slightly crispy.

Pickled Vegetables

  1. 4

    Make the Pickling Brine

    In a saucepan, combine white vinegar, sugar, and salt. Heat over medium heat until sugar and salt dissolve. Remove from heat and let cool.

  2. 5

    Pickle the Vegetables

    Place julienned carrots and cucumbers in a jar. Pour the cooled brine over the vegetables and let sit for at least 30 minutes.

Calamansi Soy Glaze

  1. 6

    Prepare the Glaze

    In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, calamansi juice, brown sugar, minced garlic, and black pepper. Heat over low heat until sugar dissolves and the mixture thickens slightly.

Chicken

  1. 7

    Cook the Chicken

    Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper. In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Cook chicken for about 7-8 minutes on each side or until fully cooked and golden brown.

  2. 8

    Glaze the Chicken

    Drizzle the calamansi soy glaze over the chicken during the last few minutes of cooking, allowing it to caramelize slightly.

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