Simple Chicken Char-siu in a Frying Pan

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   Split open the thicker parts of the breast meat so that the thickness is uniform.

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   Season with salt and pepper.

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   Poke holes in the meat with a toothpick.

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   Place the meat so that the skin is facing outwards and roll it up.

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   Tie it up tightly with string and shape it.

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   Pan-fry it without using any oil.

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   Cook it until nicely browned while turning it over.

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   While the chicken is cooking, combine the flavoring ingredients.

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   When the chicken has browned, pour the flavoring ingredients over the chicken in a circular motion.

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    Occasionally use a spoon to scoop the liquid onto the chicken.

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    Cover with a lid and simmer on low heat for 15 minutes, while occasionally turning the chicken over, until completely cooked through.

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    Lastly, remove the lid and boil down the liquid until the chicken gets a shine.

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    When the chicken has cooled, remove the string, slice it up, pour on the sauce, and enjoy.

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    If the chicken doesn't seem to be cooking through easily, microwave it for just a little bit after slicing.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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