Karen Lee's Charred Sesame Pheasant Recipe

Name: Karen Lee's Charred Sesame Pheasant
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Boneless breasts of two 2 1/2-pound pheasants (See note); 3 medium-size garlic cloves, peeled; 3/4 cup sesame paste; ⅓ cup steeped black tea; 1/4 cup dark soy sauce; 1 1/2 tablespoons chili oil; 2 tablespoons Oriental sesame oil; 2 tablespoons sugar; 2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar; 1/2 cup chopped scallions; 1 bunch watercress

Servings: persons

Boneless breasts of two 2 1/2-pound pheasants (See note)
3 medium-size garlic cloves, peeled
3/4 cup sesame paste
⅓ cup steeped black tea
1/4 cup dark soy sauce
1 1/2 tablespoons chili oil
2 tablespoons Oriental sesame oil
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
1/2 cup chopped scallions
1 bunch watercress

1
Place the pheasant breasts in a bowl.
2
Place the garlic cloves through the feed tube of a running food processor, then add the remaining ingredients except the scallions and watercress.
3
Process until smooth.
4
Stir in the scallions.
5
Pour this mixture over the pheasant breasts, cover, refrigerate and marinate overnight.
6
Preheat the grill or broiler.
7
Cook the pheasant breasts about five minutes on each side, until just cooked through.
8
Do not overcook.
9
Allow to cool.
10
Arrange watercress on a platter.
11
Cut the pheasant into bite-size pieces about 1-inch square and thread on short bamboo skewers or picks.
12
Arrange the skewers on the watercress and serve as an hors d'hoeuvre.

524

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* 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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Boneless breasts of two 2 1/2-pound pheasants (See note), 3 medium-size garlic cloves, peeled, 3/4 cup sesame paste, ⅓ cup steeped black tea, and more.

Yes, Karen Lee's Charred Sesame Pheasant falls under the Soups & Stews 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!

Karen Lee's Charred Sesame Pheasant

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