dinner · dairy-free
Three cup chicken (san bei ji)
Taiwanese chicken braised in sesame oil, rice wine and soy with heaps of garlic, ginger and Thai basil.
- Time
- 35min
- Steps
- 5
Ingredients
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Contains wheat, soy and sesame.
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Method
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1
Fry ginger slices in sesame oil until curled, then garlic and chilies until golden.
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2
Add chicken and sear until browned.
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3
Add wine, soy and sugar and simmer covered 10 minutes.
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4
Uncover and reduce until sticky and the chicken reaches 74°C (165°F).
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5
Fold in basil until wilted and serve straight from the pot.
