Chinese Chicken With Leeks And Black Beans Recipe

Name: Chinese Chicken With Leeks And Black Beans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut julienne; Marinade; 1 tablespoon light soy sauce; 1 tablespoon chinese rice wine or 1 tablespoon dry sherry; 1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger; For the stir fry; 2 tablespoons peanut oil; 2 garlic cloves, chopped fine (or crushed); 1/2 tablespoon fermented black beans, rinsed (dow see); 4 cups leeks, cleaned and cut into thin disks; 1 teaspoon sesame oil; 1/8 teaspoon sugar

Servings: persons

3/4 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut julienne
Marinade
1 tablespoon light soy sauce
1 tablespoon chinese rice wine or 1 tablespoon dry sherry
1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
For the stir fry
2 tablespoons peanut oil
2 garlic cloves, chopped fine (or crushed)
1/2 tablespoon fermented black beans, rinsed (dow see)
4 cups leeks, cleaned and cut into thin disks
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1/8 teaspoon sugar

1
Cut the chicken and soak in the marinade for 15 minutes.
2
Heat the wok (or similar cooking pan) and add 1 tablespoon of the oil, along with the garlic and the rinsed black beans.
3
Stir fry for a moment and add the drained chicken.
4
Stir over high heat until the chicken is cooked, and remove to a serving plate.
5
Add the remaining peanut oil to the hot wok, along with the leeks.
6
Stir until leeks are tender.
7
Return chicken to the pan along with the remaining ingredients.
8
Stir fry for a moment, and serve immediately.

287

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut julienne, Marinade, 1 tablespoon light soy sauce, 1 tablespoon chinese rice wine or 1 tablespoon dry sherry, and more.

Yes, Chinese Chicken With Leeks And Black Beans 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chinese Chicken With Leeks And Black Beans

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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