How to Make Taiwanese Sesame Oil Chicken Stew - A Step-by-Step Guide

Taiwanese cuisine is known for its rich and flavorful dishes, and one of the most beloved comfort foods is the Taiwanese Sesame Oil Chicken Stew. This dish is a soul-warming, hearty stew that is packed with aromatic flavors and tender, succulent chicken. It's a perfect meal for a cozy night in, and it's sure to become a favorite in your recipe rotation.

The key to making this dish truly authentic is using the right ingredients. Sesame oil is a staple in Taiwanese cooking and gives the...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ pounds bone-in chicken, cut into pieces
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • ¾ cup rice wine
  • ¾ cup dark sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons light sesame oil
  • 7 slices fresh ginger root
  • 1 ½ cups water
  • 1 (16 ounce) package uncooked somen noodles

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Stir in the chicken pieces, return to a boil, and cook for 2 minutes; drain. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over high heat. Stir in the chicken pieces, and cook until browned on the outside, about 3 minutes. Pour in the rice wine, dark sesame oil, light sesame oil, and ginger slices. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium, and simmer for 3 minutes. Add the water, return to a boil, and cook until the chicken is no longer pink, and easily pulls away from the bone, about 5 minutes more.
  • Meanwhile, fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, drop the somen in a few noodles at a time and return to a boil. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the noodles have cooked through, but are still firm to the bite, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain well in a colander set in the sink.
  • Stir the somen noodles into the simmering chicken to serve.
  • Nutrition

    1185 cal.

    • Total Fat: 69g
    • Saturated Fat: 12g
    • Cholesterol: 103mg
    • Sodium: 2169mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 87g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 39g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 46mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 415mg