This Vegemite Chicken is inspired by Marmite Chicken which is a dish unique to Malaysian Chinese. Using Marmite in a Chinese dish is a clear influence of the British colonisation of Malaysia. It was once a very popular and tasty dish, a dish that I grew up with. It's also a long forgotten dish that I haven't tasted for at least 15 years. Not until I saw this recipe on Pig Pig's Corner.
It prompted me to think, "Why not replace the Marmite with Vegemite? It should work." Vegemite taste is stronger and more intense than Marmite but using it with the right subtle amount should create a beautiful chicken dish.
It took a bit of convincing for Mr J & Miss C to agree for me to cook this dish for dinner. Although we have called Australia home for the last 11 years, there is still a bit of unaustralian tastes in this family: All three of us are not fans of the good old Vegemite.
I cooked this dish while they were out for soccer training and when they came back they tucked into their dinner and licked their plate. I was surprised by how well all the flavours came together and it didn't taste odd at all.
Still not convinced ? Think: "Honey soy chicken marinated in Shaoxing wine with a hint of Vegemite."
Sounds good? You gotta try it.
Vegemite Chicken Recipe
(Inspired from Pigpigscorner's Marmite Chicken)
Serves 4
Ingredients
700 g chicken thigh fillet, cut into long strips
1 tbs honey
1 tsp dark soy sauce
1/2 tsp Vegemite
Toasted sesame seeds, for garnishing
Marinade:
1 tsp Vegemite
1 tbs honey
1 tbs light soy sauce
1 tbs Shaoxing wine
A dash white pepper powder
Method
- Marinate the chicken with marinade for at least 3 hours or overnight in the fridge.
- Heat 1 tbsp of oil in a frying pan on high heat. Add marinated chicken pieces, stir fry until lightly browned on all sides.
- Add honey, dark soy sauce and Vegemite. Stir to mix well. Lower the heat and leave to simmer uncovered until sauce thickened and very little sauce left.
- Season to taste.
- Garnish with toasted sesame seeds. Serve immediately with steam rice.
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56 comments:
As a lover of Vegemite this is right up my alley! Andf thank you for introducing us to this wonderful dish Ellie. The oics are absolutely droolworthy too!
Ah! Your presentation looks so neat, in comparison to my bovril pork:
http://www.michelle-chin.com/2010/05/b-is-for-breakfast-bovril-pork-and.html
These look good ! I must try n see how my family takes it. :))
Ellie I have been waiting for this recipe. My nephew Caleb adores vegemite and I am sure he would enjoy this dish. Great way of using such an Aussie classic.
this is beautiful and look delicious too!
An interesting way of using Vegemite. Here we have a Swiss equivalent: Cennovis. This dish looks yummy!
Cheers,
Rosa
I always thought Marmite is stronger than vegemite. Love both anyway. I can't wait to make this again! Thanks for the shoutout!
Nup! I'm sorry Ellie, this is probably the only dish i don't want to make from your blog! haha
It looks great, but I don't think I can commit to it if it involves vegemite!
That is one very interesting way of using Vegemite! It looks a bit like caramelised pork belly from here.. interesting, interesting.
I never would've thought to use Vegemite as part of a marinade! Sounds like a lot of happy little Vegemites in your house tonight.
I love vegemite, and I found a similar recipe to this before but never actually tried it, so about time for me to give it a go
That looks amazing!
I think the only way I could ever enjoy vegemite is with this recipe. Love the way the the chicken looks so rich!
i think i might have to agree with michele on this one. Vegemite reminds me too much of soy sauce... =P
I like how glossy it looks. Yum.
Mmmm... this vegemite chicken definitely looks great with a bowl of white rice.
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This look great Ellie. I too bookmarked this recipe from Pigpigscorner but have yet to try it out. My husband is not a fan of Marmite so not sure when I am going to cook this.
Ellie!! i love you!! I have a tube of vegemite at home and didn't know what to do with it as it is too strong for me spread on toast!!! Thank you thank you for showing that it can cooked with!!! :DD
so easy, so good, Ellie! I cannot wait to try this. My mouth is watering!
Delicious chicken with nice color.
I've never actually had Marmite or Vegemite before. But I love "fusion" dishes with a sort of history behind them. I dunno if I can even find Vegemite in Los Angeles, but I'd love to try it!!
I love Vegemite! I think I'll have to try this recipe.
Wow, Ellie, the color in that chicken is gorgeously rich! I've only had Vegemite once but I think it would pair beautifully with chicken. YUM! :-)
I've never had vegemite or marmite, but this chicken looks wonderful! The photos are, indeed, lovely too...
Interesting and thought provoking combination of flavours. I can see how it would work, whether or not I will try it is another thing. I like the ingenuity!
Oooooo..I had sticky marmite crabs before in Klang back in Malaysia.they were the yummiest! So I can imagine what your vegemite chicken tastes like. Yum...
It looks like teriyaki chicken too. I am curious - what is Vegemite made of, to be tasting stronger than Marmite?
nice... I always order Marmite Short Ribs in chinese restaurants.. It's a little drier and more caramelized.. But never cooked this at home before.. heh
I have never thought about using vegemite like that before - will have to give it a go!
I've never heard of this vegemite stuff before but this chicken looks delicious!
I'd wondered about this, ever since you tweeted aobut it! A subtle amount!! I guess it adds a nice colour too!
i love vegemite. I admitted I miss it like crazy in the US! Thanks for the recipe, Ellie!
Wow, vegemite as marinate, that's clever.. I can see how it could work!
Mmm, it looks good! I actually like vegemite on toast. Only eldest daughter dislikes it but I think I should be able to sneak this one in :) Great job Ellie.
I love VEGEMITE! This makes a good hangover dish as well ;)
My dad used to make mashed potatoes with a spoonful of vegemite in them. Not as bad as it sounds!
OMG! OMG! OMG!!!!!! You rock big time - what a concept!! Can't wait to try it, thank you for sharing ;0)
Listen this dish looks amazing. And the way you described it is mouthwatering. I am so making this. I love marmite. I have never tried veggiemite though....
I've never tried Vegemite! That sounds like an interesting flavor combination. :)
Hi Ellie! Just to let you know that I have made the ferrero rochers and they were exquisite! Thanks so so much for sharing. :)
I've never had Vegemite before, but this looks amazingly delicious!
Haven't thought of vegemite in years! What a lovely recipe, Ellie. Looks sticky and dark and delicious.
Love these vegemite chicken! Excellent photos as always!
This looks really good, Ellie! Is vegetate Australian? I saw these being sold at the airport, positioned as one of the must-buy Australian souvenir!
This looks gorgeous and I'm sure if you hadn't told me there was Vegemite I'd have licked my plate clean too but.. I'm a hard sell on Vegemite! Maybe I'll try it again if I'm feeling particularly adventurous!
i made this today! the recipe is absolutely flawless :)
I love marmite chicken too but have yet to try vegemite - your description and photos are convincing though :)
@ Shirley @ Kokken69: Yes, Vegemite is totally Australian. I need to get you try it when you in Sydney next week :p
A great way to put the Australian into a Malaysian dish =D I don't mind eating vegemite - with heaps of butter on fresh soft bread. Might take a bit more convincing to eat it this way =p
I love the colour of this chicken!
You've completely sold me with this, but I'm a Vegemite lover so it's wasn't a very hard sell :)
Very interesting about the marmite chicken ...dad's Malaysian but hes never introduced me to it! .. boy that chicken looks nice and sticky yum!
I am not a fan of Marmite or Vegemite and neither is my family but they all seem to love my Marmite chicken (own invention but seemingly not too disimilair to the malay version you mentioned)
Your food looks lovely and I am excited to try it out, hope it looks as tasty as yours.
Sounds interesting and I think worth it to give it a try...the wonder of vegemite :)
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