This recipe is not only easy to make but also a beloved staple in many Asian households. The beauty of this dish lies in its simplicity. With tender chicken thighs marinated in a mix of flavorful ingredients such as soy sauce, soy paste, and fragrant spices, you'll end up with a mouthwatering meal you'll want to make time and time again. And the best part? It's so straightforward that anyone can prepare it!
4 chicken thighs
1/2 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons soy paste
8 cloves of garlic
2 inches of fresh ginger, shucked
2 tablespoons cooking wine
1 cinnamon stick
3 star anise
2 cups of water
2 scallions, chopped
Black pepper, to taste
Sesame oil, to taste
Marinating the Chicken:
Cooking:
Simmering:
Seasoning:
Serving:
Marination time: The longer you marinate the chicken, the more flavor it will absorb. Overnight is ideal, but if you're short on time, even an hour can make a big difference.
Browning the chicken: Browning the chicken thighs before simmering helps seal in the juices and provides a nice texture. Make sure the skillet is hot before you add the chicken to get a good sear.
Simmering: When simmering, make sure the heat is low enough that the liquid is just lightly bubbling. If it's boiling too vigorously, the chicken might become tough.
Adjusting the sauce: If you'd like a thicker sauce, you can remove the cooked chicken from the pot and then simmer the sauce on medium-high heat until it reduces to your desired thickness. You can also dissolve a little cornstarch in cold water and stir it into the simmering sauce to thicken it.
Serving: This dish would go great with steamed rice or noodles to soak up the flavorful sauce. You could also add some steamed vegetables for a balanced meal.
Leftovers: If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. The flavors will continue to meld and it will be even more delicious the next day.
4 servings per container
Amount Per Serving | ||
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Calories |
290 |
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% Daily Value* | ||
Total Fat 16 g | 25 % | |
Saturated Fat 4.3 g | 22 % | |
Trans Fat O g | ||
Cholesterol 100 mg | 33 % | |
Sodium 2500 mg | 109 % | |
Total Carbohydrate 100 mg | 33 % | |
Dietary Fiber 0 g | 0 % | |
Total Sugars 0 g | ||
includes 0 g Added Sugards | 0 % | |
Protein 25 g |
Vitamin D 0 mcg | 0 % | |
Calcium 1mg | 0 % | |
Iron 1 mg | 6 % | |
Potassium 250 mg | 5 % |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much of a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
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