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Kung Pao Chicken (宫保鸡丁) Recipe

Kung Pao Chicken (宫保鸡丁) Recipe Kung Pao Chicken (宫保鸡丁) at glance: A spicy, stir-fried dish made with chicken, peanuts, vegetables, and chili peppers. Originating from the Sichuan province, it’s known […]

Kung Pao Chicken

Kung Pao Chicken (宫保鸡丁) Recipe

Kung Pao Chicken (宫保鸡丁) at glance: A spicy, stir-fried dish made with chicken, peanuts, vegetables, and chili peppers. Originating from the Sichuan province, it’s known for its bold flavors and crunchy texture.

Ingredients:

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (halal-certified)
  • 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar (instead of Shaoxing wine)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup unsalted roasted peanuts
  • 4-6 dried red chilies
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
  • 1/2 cup chopped green onions

Sauce:

  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (halal-certified)
  • 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce (halal-certified)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup water

Instructions:

  1. Marinate the Chicken:
    • In a bowl, combine the diced chicken with 2 tablespoons soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, and 1 tablespoon cornstarch. Mix well and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  2. Prepare the Sauce:
    • In a separate bowl, mix the sauce ingredients: 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon sugar, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, and 1/2 cup water. Stir until the cornstarch is fully dissolved.
  3. Cook the Chicken:
    • Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and stir-fry until it is cooked through and slightly browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the wok and set aside.
  4. Stir-Fry the Aromatics:
    • In the same wok, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the dried red chilies and stir-fry for about 30 seconds until they start to darken but not burn.
    • Add the minced garlic and ginger, stir-fry for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Combine and Cook:
    • Return the cooked chicken to the wok. Add the sauce mixture and stir continuously until the sauce thickens and evenly coats the chicken, about 2-3 minutes.
    • Add the peanuts and chopped green onions. Stir-fry for another minute to combine all the flavors.
  6. Serve:
    • Transfer the Kung Pao Chicken to a serving dish and serve hot with steamed rice.

Tips:

  • Adjust the number of dried red chilies according to your spice tolerance.
  • Make sure all ingredients, especially soy sauce and hoisin sauce, are halal-certified.
  • You can add vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini for extra flavor and nutrition.

Enjoy your delicious and halal Kung Pao Chicken!

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