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Tantalizing Chinese Steamed Chicken with Ginger Scallion Sauce

Tantalizing Chinese Steamed Chicken with Ginger Scallion Sauce Made Easy

Enjoy this Tantalizing Chinese Steamed Chicken with Ginger Scallion Sauce, a healthy, flavorful dish perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Drumsticks and Thighs Use thighs for moisture
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust for taste
  • 2 tablespoons Shaoxing Cooking Wine or Sake Dry sherry can be a substitute
For the Sauce
  • 3 stalks Green Onion Save some for garnish
  • 1 piece Ginger (sliced) Fresh ginger is key
  • 1 cup Shiitake Mushrooms Swap with your favorite mushrooms
  • 2 pieces Jujube Optional
  • 2 tablespoons Goji Berries Optional
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger (grated) Provides fresh flavor
  • 2 stalks Additional Green Onions For garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Neutral Oil (Canola or Vegetable) For flavor melding
  • 1 teaspoon Salt (for sauce) To taste
  • 1 pinch Sugar Adjust for sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon Chicken Bouillon or MSG Optional

Equipment

  • Steaming Rack
  • Large pot
  • Medium bowl
  • small skillet

Method
 

Steps
  1. Season the chicken with salt and drizzle with Shaoxing cooking wine. Let it sit for 10 minutes.
  2. Bring water to a boil in a pot. Place a steaming rack inside, ensuring it sits above the water.
  3. Arrange seasoned chicken on a heatproof plate and steam for about 30 minutes until cooked through.
  4. Let the chicken rest in the covered pot for an additional 10 minutes.
  5. Mix grated ginger, sliced green onions, salt, sugar, and optional chicken bouillon in a bowl for the sauce.
  6. Heat oil in a skillet and pour over the ginger scallion mixture to infuse flavors.
  7. Serve the chicken with the ginger scallion sauce drizzled on top and garnish with extra green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure fresh ingredients for optimum flavor and adjust seasonings to your preference. Store leftovers separately for best results.

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