Todays Chinese Recipe

Kung Pao Chicken

Kung Pao Chicken

Ingredients:

  1. 500g boneless chicken breast or thighs, diced

  2. 1/2 cup roasted peanuts

  3. 1/2 cup diced bell peppers (red and green)

  4. 2-3 dried red chilies, cut into halves (adjust for spiciness)

  5. 3 green onions, sliced

  6. 3 garlic cloves, minced

  7. 1 tsp ginger, minced

For the Marinade:

  1. 1 tbsp soy sauce

  2. 1 tbsp Chinese rice wine (or dry sherry)

  3. 2 tsp cornstarch

For the Sauce:

  1. 2 tbsp soy sauce

  2. 1 tbsp hoisin sauce

  3. 1 tbsp Chinese rice wine (or dry sherry)

  4. 1 tsp sesame oil

  5. 1 tsp sugar

  6. 1 tsp cornstarch

  7. 2 tsp water

Instructions:

  1. Marinate the Chicken: Mix the marinade ingredients in a bowl. Add the diced chicken, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Let it marinate for 20 minutes.

  2. Prepare the Sauce: In a separate bowl, mix together all the sauce ingredients until smooth. Set aside.

  3. Cooking Process:

    a. Heat the Wok: In a wok or large frying pan, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium-high heat (around 180°C or 350°F).

    b. Cook Chicken: Add the marinated chicken pieces and stir-fry until they turn white (approximately 3-4 minutes). Remove the chicken and set aside.

    c. Stir-fry Veggies: In the same wok, add a bit more oil if needed. Add the dried red chilies, minced garlic, and ginger. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds or until aromatic. Then, add the bell peppers and stir-fry for another 2 minutes.

    d. Add Chicken and Sauce: Return the cooked chicken to the wok. Pour in the prepared sauce and mix well, ensuring everything is well-coated.

    e. Final Touches: Add the roasted peanuts and sliced green onions. Give everything a quick mix.

  4. Serve: Once everything is heated through and the sauce has thickened slightly, transfer to a serving dish. Best enjoyed with steamed rice.

Tips:

  • Always adjust the amount of dried red chilies according to your preference for spiciness.

  • Authentic Kung Pao Chicken uses Szechuan peppercorns for a unique numbing sensation, but this ingredient can be omitted if not readily available.

Enjoy your homemade Kung Pao Chicken!


A classic Chinese dish that's beloved worldwide is Kung Pao Chicken. This dish is a delightful blend of tender chicken, crunchy peanuts, and a spicy-savory sauce.

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