Introduction
Kung Pao Chicken, also known as Gong Bao Chicken, is a classic Chinese culinary delight known for its mouthwatering combination of flavors and textures. This dish is traditionally made with diced chicken, peanuts, vegetables, and chili peppers combined in a deliciously savory and slightly spicy sauce.
Ingredients
- 450g chicken breast, diced
- ½ cup unsalted roasted peanuts
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 6-8 dried red chili peppers
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Preparation Steps
- Begin by marinating the diced chicken in a mixture of soy sauce and cornstarch. Set aside for 15-20 minutes.
- Heat a large pan or wok over medium heat. Once hot, add the peanuts, stirring occasionally, until they’re lightly toasted. Then, remove them from the pan and set aside.
- In the same pan, add the chili peppers and cook until they start to blacken.
- Add the marinated chicken to the pan. Cook until it’s no longer pink.
- Add the bell pepper, garlic, and ginger to the pan. Stir-fry for approximately 2 minutes.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, and sugar. Pour this into the pan and stir until the chicken and vegetables are well coated.
- Return the peanuts to the pan and stir to fully integrate.
- Serve the Kung Pao Chicken hot, ideally over a bed of steaming jasmine rice.
Conclusion
There you have it – a flavorful, satisfying dish that’s perfect for a weeknight dinner. The Kung Pao Chicken is not only delicious and packed with flavor but also easy to prepare.
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