Authentic Soy Chicken Recipe

Name: Authentic Soy Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Meat & Poultry
Ingredients: 500 g chicken pieces; 3 tablespoons sweet soy sauce; salt; oil; 1 tablespoon oil; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 2 teaspoons fresh garlic, minced; 5 tablespoons sweet soy sauce; 3 tablespoons water; 1 onion, sliced; 1 tablespoon lime juice or 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Servings: persons

500 g chicken pieces
3 tablespoons sweet soy sauce
salt
oil
1 tablespoon oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons fresh garlic, minced
5 tablespoons sweet soy sauce
3 tablespoons water
1 onion, sliced
1 tablespoon lime juice or 1 tablespoon lemon juice

1
Rub the chicken pieces with salt according to personal preference.
2
Steam the chicken pieces for about 25 minutes or until cooked.
3
The water used for steaming could be used for making a light soup.
4
Cut the chicken pieces into smaller pieces (according to preference).
5
Pour the soy sauce onto the chicken pieces, making sure that they are evenly coated, add more if necessary.
6
Let marinate for 15 minutes.
7
Heat some oil in a frying pan and fry up the chicken, until a bit charred.
8
Remove.
9
Heat oil and saute the garlic and ginger until fragrant (around 20 seconds).
10
Add the onion and fry until soft or according to your preference.
11
Add the soy sauce and water (add more water for a thinner sauce).
12
Simmer 2 minutes.
13
Add lime/lemon juice, simmer for another 1 minute and serve with rice and veggies.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 500 g chicken pieces, 3 tablespoons sweet soy sauce, salt, oil, and more.

Yes, Authentic Soy Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Authentic Soy Chicken

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