HEALTHY LEMON HAND SHREDDED CHICKEN | CNY 2023 RECIPE

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: salt

Tamari is gluten-free, while salt is a basic alternative.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola oil is a more affordable option.

Boil 2 chicken thighs in a pot of water for 20 minutes until fully cooked.

Prepare a bowl of water with ice to cool the chicken after boiling.

While the chicken is boiling, prepare the marinade: mix chili powder, chili flakes, sugar, sea salt, soy sauce, black vinegar, and sesame oil in a bowl with a small amount of water.

Chop garlic into small pieces and add to the marinade bowl.

Cut the lemon and squeeze it into the marinade to release its aroma.

Chop the cucumber and add it to the marinade bowl.

Cut the chili peppers and add them to the marinade bowl, adjusting quantity based on spice preference.

Once the chicken is cooked, transfer it to the ice water to cool.

After cooling, shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces by hand.

Add the shredded chicken to the marinade and mix well.

Plate the dish and sprinkle with sesame seeds for garnish.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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