Introduction
Welcome, culinary enthusiasts, to our recipe for Moo Shu Chicken with Rice – a classic Chinese dish with a tasty medley of succulent chicken, stir-fried vegetables, and mouthwatering sauce, served over fluffy, steamed rice. Join us and discover the secrets of this delightful cuisine.
Ingredients
- 500g boneless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
- 1 cup bamboo shoots, julienned
- 1 cup shiitake mushrooms, thinly sliced
- 2 spring onions, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed in 1/4 cup water
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 4 cups cooked jasmine rice
Instructions
- Start by heating the vegetable oil in a large wok or frying pan over high heat.
- Add the chicken and stir-fry until it turns white and is nearly cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set it aside.
- Reduce the heat to medium, add more oil if needed, then stir in the garlic, ginger, mushrooms, bamboo shoots, and the white part of spring onions. Stir-fry for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
- Mix the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and rice vinegar. Pour this mixture over the vegetables. Return the chicken to the wok and stir well to combine.
- Slowly pour in the cornstarch mixture while stirring constantly until the sauce thickens.
- Make a well in the center of the wok and pour in the beaten eggs. Let them set for a few seconds and then scramble them within the well. Mix the scrambled egg pieces into the chicken and vegetables.
- Serve the Moo Shu Chicken over the newly cooked jasmine rice and enjoy!
Conclusion
This delightful Moo Shu Chicken with Rice recipe is a splendid choice for an at-home family meal or dinner with friends. Bursting with flavor and color, it’s a true feast for your taste buds! Drop us a comment to let us know how your culinary adventure went, and don’t forget to subscribe to our newsletter for more delicious recipes.