EASY Chicken Lu Rou Fan | Taiwanese braised meat but Halal

chicken thighs

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken breast is leaner, while pork is often less expensive.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium soy sauce reduces sodium intake, while tamari is gluten-free.

hard-boiled eggs

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: egg substitute

Tofu provides a plant-based protein option, while egg substitute can lower costs.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is often cheaper.

Heat a large pot over medium heat and add oil.

Sauté shallots and garlic until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

Add chicken thighs and brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in soy sauce, sugar, star anise, and five-spice powder.

Pour in water to cover the chicken and bring to a simmer.

Cover and cook on low heat for 30-40 minutes until chicken is tender.

Remove chicken and let cool slightly before shredding.

Return shredded chicken to the pot and stir to combine with sauce.

Cook rice according to package instructions and set aside.

Serve the braised chicken over rice, garnished with green onions and coriander.

Add a hard-boiled egg and pickled vegetables on the side.

Drizzle with sesame oil before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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