Crispy Kung Pao Chicken

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Crispy Kung Pao Chicken
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
40mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on July 06, 2023

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs of chicken breast, cut into small pieces
  • 1/4 cup of soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup of rice wine
  • 2 tablespoons of sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon of ground pepper
  • 1/4 cup of cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons of oil
  • 3 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons of chilli peppers, minced
  • 1/2 cup of peanuts

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the chicken, soy sauce, rice wine, sugar, and ground pepper. Mix until the chicken is well coated.
  2. Add the cornstarch and mix until the chicken is completely coated.
  3. Heat the oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden and crispy, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add the garlic, chilli peppers, and peanuts and cook for another 3 minutes.
  5. Serve the Kung Pao Chicken with steamed rice and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • Kung Pao Chicken is a classic Chinese dish that originated in the Sichuan province of China.
  • This dish is traditionally served with steamed rice.
  • The peanuts in the dish add a unique crunchy texture.