Description
Prepare to embark on a flavor-packed culinary journey with the beloved Salt and Pepper Chicken. This classic Chinese dish has captivated taste buds around the world with its irresistible combination of crispy, seasoned chicken and aromatic seasonings.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
- ¾ cup cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon Chinese five-spice powder
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine
- Vegetable oil for frying
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 green onions, sliced
- 2 red chilies, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- ½ teaspoon sugar
Instructions
1. Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, mix the chicken with soy sauce and Shaoxing wine. Let the mixture sit for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.
2. Prepare the Coating: In a separate bowl, combine the cornstarch, Chinese five-spice powder, salt, and 1 tablespoon black pepper.
3. Coat the Chicken: Add the marinated chicken to the cornstarch mixture and toss until the chicken is evenly coated.
4. Fry the Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a wok or deep pan to 350°F. Fry the chicken in batches for 6-8 minutes, until golden and crispy. Drain the chicken on paper towels.
5. Stir-Fry the Aromatics: Remove most of the oil, leaving about 2 tablespoon. Add the onion, white parts of the green onions, and chilies. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes. Then, add the garlic, ginger, sugar, and the remaining 1 teaspoon of black pepper. Cook for 1 minute.
6. Combine and Serve: Return the fried chicken to the wok and toss everything together for 1-2 minutes. Garnish with the remaining green onions and serve with steamed rice.
Notes
To make Salt and Pepper Chicken healthier, you can consider several adjustments such as baking instead of frying, using skinless chicken breasts, or serving with steamed vegetables for added nutrients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 ounce
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg