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Chicken Stir Fry

Cultural Context

Originating from Chinese cuisine, stir fry is a quick cooking method that emphasizes fresh ingredients and vibrant flavors. Traditionally, it was a way to prepare meals quickly over high heat, making it ideal for busy households. Today, stir fry has become a global favorite, with countless variations incorporating local ingredients and flavors.

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4 servings
Servings4
1 red bell pepper
1 green bell pepper
1 large brown or yellow onion
5 cloves of garlic
2 spring onions or scallions
800 g boneless skinless chicken thigh
1/4 cup chicken stock
2 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
1 tbsp oyster sauce
1 tsp dark soy sauce
1 tsp brown sugar
2 tsp corn flour or cornstarch
1 and 1/2 tsp cracked black pepper
1 tsp peanut oil
1 and 1/2 cups washed jasmine rice
550 ml cold water
salt
pepper
1

Slice around the core of the red bell pepper and green bell pepper, removing pith and seeds.

2

Thinly slice or dice the red and green bell peppers.

3

Slice off both ends of the onion, slice in half, and peel.

4

Thinly slice or dice the onion into long strands.

5

Thinly slice five cloves of garlic.

6

If using, thinly slice the spring onions, reserving half for garnish.

7

In a bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup chicken stock, 2 tbsp low sodium soy sauce, 1 tbsp oyster sauce, 1 tsp dark soy sauce, 1 tsp brown sugar, 2 tsp corn flour, and 1 and 1/2 tsp cracked black pepper.

8

Slice 800 g of boneless skinless chicken thigh into thin strips, trimming excess fat if desired.

9

In a mixing bowl, combine the sliced chicken with a touch of salt, cracked black pepper, and 1 tsp peanut oil, mixing well to coat.

10

In a large saucepan, add 1 and 1/2 cups washed jasmine rice and 550 ml cold water, bringing it to a boil.

11

Once boiling, cover with a lid, reduce heat to low, and cook for 12 minutes undisturbed.

12

After 12 minutes, turn off the heat and leave the rice covered for an additional 4 minutes to steam.

13

Heat a large wok over high heat until slightly smoking, then add 1 tbsp peanut oil.

14

Add the chicken to the hot wok, ensuring it's not overcrowded, and let it cook for a couple of minutes to build a crust.

15

Mix the chicken and continue cooking for 2 to 3 minutes until cooked through and golden brown.

16

Remove the chicken from the wok and place it into a bowl.

17

Return the wok to high heat and add the prepared vegetables.

Equipment Needed

large saucepanlarge wokmixing bowl

Dietary

nut-free

Allergens

soy

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