Chicken and Ginger Simmered in Caramel Sauce

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   In a small saucepan, combine the chicken, ginger, caramel sauce, fish sauce, salt, and water and stir to distribute everything evenly.

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   Cover and bring to a strong simmer over medium heat.

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   Stir again to break up the chicken pieces and replace the lid.

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   Cook for 10 minutes, stirring every now and again so that all the chicken is evenly exposed to the sauce.

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   Fragrant plumes of steam will shoot from under the lid and the contents will boil vigorously.

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   The sauce will increase in volume as the chicken releases its juices.

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   If the contents threatens to boil over or the lid rattles, lower the heat.

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   After the 10 minutes, uncover and continue cooking for about 5 minutes, or until the sauce reduces and the color deepens to a rich reddish brown.

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   Remove from the heat, cover, and let rest for 5 minutes.

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    Taste the sauce and adjust the flavor with extra fish sauce, if necessary.

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    Transfer to a serving bowl, garnish with the scallion, and serve immediately.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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