Asia Food Secrets | Steamed Chicken with Soy Sauce Recipe | Thai Recipes

whole chicken

🥗Healthier: skinless chicken breast

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Thighs are often less expensive and more flavorful.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Tamari is often gluten-free and can be cheaper.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is more affordable and neutral in flavor.

rice wine

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

White vinegar is a cost-effective substitute.

Clean the chicken thighs and pat them dry.

Rub the chicken with black pepper.

Chop the ginger and celery, and slice the spring onion and chili pepper.

In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, and sesame oil.

Add the ginger and garlic to the sauce mixture and stir well.

Place the chicken in a steamer basket, breast side up.

Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken, ensuring it is well coated.

Sprinkle the chopped spring onion and chili pepper over the top of the chicken.

Bring water to a boil in a steamer pot, then reduce to a simmer.

Steam the chicken for 30-40 minutes, or until fully cooked.

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