How to Get Cantonese White Cut Chicken Right (Chef's Plate Ep. 17)

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium soy sauce reduces sodium intake while maintaining flavor.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is a healthier fat option.

whole chicken

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Chicken thighs are often cheaper and just as flavorful.

chili oil

🥗Healthier: sriracha

💰Cheaper: red pepper flakes

Sriracha offers a similar heat with fewer calories.

Season the chicken with salt.

Bring water to a boil.

Add ginger and green onions to the boiling water.

Place the chicken in the boiling water.

Cook the chicken for 25 to 35 minutes, or up to 1 hour for a larger chicken.

Remove the chicken from the boiling water and place it in an ice bath to stop the cooking.

Cooking Techniques

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