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Black Bean Chicken

Cultural Context

Black Bean Chicken hails from the Cantonese culinary tradition of southern China, where the use of fermented black beans adds depth and umami to dishes. This dish is a staple in Chinese restaurants around the world, often enjoyed for its bold flavors and vibrant colors. In modern cuisine, variations may include different proteins or vegetables, reflecting local tastes and ingredient availability.

ChineseCNmain
30 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb chicken breast
1/2 cup black bean sauce
1 cup bell peppers, sliced
1 medium onion, sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon ginger, minced
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/4 cup green onions, sliced
1 cup carrots, julienned
1 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons rice wine
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1/2 cup water

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

black bean sauce

🥗Healthier: homemade black bean sauce

💰Cheaper: soy sauce

Homemade sauce can reduce sodium and additives.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: pork

Tofu is lower in calories; pork is often less expensive.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers healthier fats; canola is often cheaper.

cornstarch

🥗Healthier: arrowroot powder

💰Cheaper: flour

Arrowroot is gluten-free; flour is more common.

1

Marinate the chicken pieces in the black bean sauce.

2

Pan-fry the marinated chicken pieces until cooked through.

3

Cook the black bean chicken with the remaining ingredients.

4

Plate the black bean chicken.

Cooking Techniques

marinatingstir-frying

Spice Level:

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Allergens

soygluten

Also Known As

Chicken with Black Bean SauceBlack Bean Chicken Stir-Fry

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