A bit spicy, irresistibly fragrant, and full of flavor – Chinese-style chicken with Peanuts must-try!
Ingredients:
- 4.5 oz (125 g) chicken breast, diced
- 1 small cucumber, diced
- 1 oz (about 2 tbsp) raw, shelled peanuts
- 1 egg white
- Salt, to taste
- 1 tsp white wine
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- Oil (vegetable or peanut oil recommended)
- Sugar, to taste
- Soy sauce, to taste
- Chili sauce or spicy ketchup, to taste
- A few slices of leek (or green onion)
- Water, as needed
Instructions:
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Prep Ingredients:
Dice the chicken breast and cucumber.
In a dry skillet or pan, lightly toast the peanuts until golden and aromatic. Set aside. -
Marinate the Chicken:
In a bowl, mix the diced chicken with salt, egg white, and half of the cornstarch dissolved in a bit of cold water. Stir until well combined. -
Make the Sauce:
In another bowl, mix a little water, the remaining cornstarch (also dissolved in a small amount of cold water), a pinch of salt, white wine, soy sauce, and sliced leek. -
Cook the Chicken:
Heat a wok or large skillet with oil until very hot.
Add the chicken and stir-fry briefly, just until it’s cooked through.
Remove the chicken and drain any excess oil. -
Cook the Vegetables:
In the same pan, add a little more oil and stir-fry the diced cucumber for a short time.
Return the cooked chicken to the pan and stir gently to combine. -
Add Peanuts & Finish:
Add the toasted peanuts and stir-fry everything together for about 30 seconds.
Just before serving, drizzle with chili sauce or spicy ketchup to taste.
Optional:
You can also make this dish using lean pork or veal instead of chicken.
