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How to Make Chinese Dong'an Chicken - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chinese Dong'an Chicken is a traditional and popular dish in Chinese cuisine, hailing from the Dong'an region of China. This dish is known for its rich, savory, and aromatic flavors, making it a favorite among both locals and foreigners alike.

What sets Chinese Dong'an Chicken apart is its unique blend of spices and herbs that create a complex and robust flavor profile. The dish is made with tender chicken pieces that are simmered in a fragrant broth, which allows the meat to soak up a...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (2 pound) whole chicken
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon cold water
  • 6 tablespoons peanut oil
  • 1 ½ tablespoons grated fresh ginger
  • 2 teaspoons finely chopped dried chile peppers
  • 3 tablespoons vinegar
  • 1 ½ tablespoons rice wine
  • 20 Szechuan peppercorns, crushed
  • salt to taste
  • 2 spring onions, chopped, or more to taste
  • ⅛ teaspoon monosodium glutamate (MSG)
  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 27 mins
  • Total Time: 57 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Place chicken in a stockpot with water to cover; bring to a boil and cook until juices run clear, at least 20 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Remove chicken; set aside to cool. Reserve 1/2 cup of the cooking liquid.
  • Remove chicken meat from bone; cut meat into 1/2-inch by 2-inch strips. Mix cornstarch and cold water together in a small bowl. Toss meat in 1/2 of the cornstarch mixture.
  • Heat peanut oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add chicken mixture, ginger, and chiles; cook and stir until fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes. Add reserved cooking liquid, vinegar, rice wine, peppercorns, and salt. Return to boil; cook and stir until mixture is almost dry, about 3 minutes. Stir in spring onions, monosodium glutamate, and remaining cornstarch mixture; cook until sauce is thickened, 2 to 3 minutes more. Drizzle with sesame oil.

    • Nutrition

    697 cal.

    • Total Fat: 65g
    • Saturated Fat: 16g
    • Cholesterol: 80mg
    • Sodium: 130mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 7g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 20g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 44mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 250mg

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