Smoky-Hot Ginger Chicken Stir-Fry Recipe

Name: Smoky-Hot Ginger Chicken Stir-Fry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/4 pounds skinless boneless chicken thighs, cut into 1/2-inch pieces; 2 tablespoons cornstarch; 2 tablespoons Shaoxing wine; 2 tablespoons peanut oil; 10 dried red chiles; 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh ginger; 1 tablespoon light brown sugar; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 tablespoon rice vinegar; 2 tablespoons snipped chives

Servings: persons

1 1/4 pounds skinless boneless chicken thighs, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons Shaoxing wine
2 tablespoons peanut oil
10 dried red chiles
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh ginger
1 tablespoon light brown sugar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
2 tablespoons snipped chives

1
In a medium bowl, toss the chicken, cornstarch and wine; let stand for 1 hour.
2
In a wok, heat the oil.
3
Add the chiles and stir-fry them over moderate heat until they begin to darken, about 1 minute.
4
Using a slotted spoon, transfer them to a plate.
5
When the oil in the wok is shimmering, add half of the chicken; stir-fry over high heat until the chicken pieces are lightly browned and cooked through, about 3 minutes.
6
Transfer the chicken to the plate with the chiles.
7
Repeat with the second batch.
8
Return the chicken and chiles to the wok.
9
Add the chopped ginger and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
10
Add the brown sugar and stir-fry until the chicken is lightly caramelized, about 1 minute.
11
Add the soy sauce, rice vinegar and chives and stir-fry until the sauce is just thickened, about 30 seconds.
12
Serve immediately.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/4 pounds skinless boneless chicken thighs, cut into 1/2-inch pieces, 2 tablespoons cornstarch, 2 tablespoons Shaoxing wine, 2 tablespoons peanut oil, and more.

Yes, Smoky-Hot Ginger Chicken Stir-Fry 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.

Smoky-Hot Ginger Chicken Stir-Fry

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