Yokohama Chinatown's Yu Lin Chi Recipe

Name: Yokohama Chinatown's Yu Lin Chi
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 300 grams Chicken; 1 tbsp 1. Soy sauce; 2 tsp 1. Ginger (grated); 1 tsp 1. Garlic (grated); 1 Shredded leek (white part only); 1 tbsp 2. Soy sauce; 2 tsp 2. Ginger (grated); 1 tsp 2. Garlic (grated); 2 tsp 2. Sesame oil; 1 tsp 2. Sugar; 1 tbsp 2. Chinese chicken soup stock granules; 2 tsp 2. Sake (or Shaoxingjiu - Chinese alcohol); 2 tbsp Sesame oil; 2 tbsp Vegetable oil; 1/16 head Cabbage

Servings: persons

300 grams Chicken
1 tbsp 1. Soy sauce
2 tsp 1. Ginger (grated)
1 tsp 1. Garlic (grated)
1 Shredded leek (white part only)
1 tbsp 2. Soy sauce
2 tsp 2. Ginger (grated)
1 tsp 2. Garlic (grated)
2 tsp 2. Sesame oil
1 tsp 2. Sugar
1 tbsp 2. Chinese chicken soup stock granules
2 tsp 2. Sake (or Shaoxingjiu - Chinese alcohol)
2 tbsp Sesame oil
2 tbsp Vegetable oil
1/16 head Cabbage

1
Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
2
Shred the white part of the leek.
3
Finely slice the cabbage.
4
Put the chicken into a bowl and rub in the 1. ingredients.
5
Leave to marinate for 10 minutes.
6
Meanwhile, place the shredded leek into a metal tray and combine with the 2. ingredients.
7
Preheat the oven to 200C.
8
Arrange the sliced cabbage on a plate.
9
This cabbage is the key!
10
Pour the sesame oil and vegetable oil into separate small dishes.
11
Place the chicken from Step 2 into a heat-resistant dish and use a brush to coat with sesame oil.
12
When the oven has finished preheating, place Step 7 inside and cook for 10 minutes.
13
Remove the dish from the oven once to flip over the chicken.
14
Brush this side of the chicken with vegetable oil.
15
Return to the oven and cook for 7 minutes.
16
Remove from the oven and top with the flavored leek and sauce from Step 3.
17
Return to the oven one more time and cook for 3 minutes, then remove from the heat.
18
Place the chicken from Step 12 on top of the sliced cabbage from Step 5 and it's ready to eat.
19
I recommend adding the soup as well.

301

kcal

Calories

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.

My Personal Notes

Saved locally in your browser — visible only to you.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 300 grams Chicken, 1 tbsp 1. Soy sauce, 2 tsp 1. Ginger (grated), 1 tsp 1. Garlic (grated), and more.

Yes, Yokohama Chinatown's Yu Lin Chi 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!

Yokohama Chinatown's Yu Lin Chi

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions