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Sausikai Si Ayam Suwir

Cultural Context

Sausikai Si Ayam Suwir is a beloved dish in Macanese cuisine, showcasing the fusion of Portuguese and Chinese culinary traditions. The dish features tender shredded chicken stir-fried with vibrant vegetables and a savory sauce, often served over rice. This dish reflects the resourcefulness of Macanese home cooking, where simple ingredients are transformed into a comforting meal. Today, it remains a popular choice for family dinners and is enjoyed in various adaptations across the region.

MacaneseMOmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb chicken
1 medium onion
3 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon ginger
1 bell pepper
1 medium carrot
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 green onions
1 teaspoon sesame oil
2 cups water
1 teaspoon salt

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

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

oyster sauce

🥗Healthier: mushroom sauce

💰Cheaper: soy sauce

Mushroom sauce is a vegan alternative that mimics the umami of oyster sauce.

cornstarch

🥗Healthier: arrowroot powder

💰Cheaper: flour

Arrowroot powder is a gluten-free thickener, while flour is more commonly available.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola oil is a budget-friendly substitute.

1

Boil chicken in water until cooked through, about 20-25 minutes.

2

Remove chicken from water and let cool.

3

Shred the chicken into thin pieces using forks or hands.

4

Heat vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat.

5

Add chopped onion, garlic, and ginger; sauté until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

6

Add bell pepper and carrot; stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes until slightly softened.

7

In a bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, and black pepper.

8

Pour sauce mixture over the vegetables in the pan; stir to combine.

9

Add shredded chicken to the pan; toss to coat evenly in the sauce.

10

Sprinkle cornstarch over the mixture; stir well to thicken the sauce.

11

Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.

12

Drizzle sesame oil over the dish before serving.

13

Garnish with chopped green onion.

14

Serve hot with rice.

Cooking Techniques

boilingstir-frying

Equipment Needed

large potlarge panmixing bowlforkscutting boardknife

Spice Level:

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Allergens

soy

Also Known As

Shredded Chicken with SauceAyam Suwir

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