Spicy and savory Kong Bao Chicken

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Spicy and savory Kong Bao Chicken
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
40mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on June 23, 2024

This Kong Bao Chicken recipe is the perfect combination of spicy and savory flavors, with tender chicken and crunchy peanuts. It's a classic Chinese dish that is easy to make at home and is sure to impress your friends and family.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 inch piece of ginger, minced
  • 1/2 cup unsalted peanuts
  • 3-4 dried red chilies
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 3 green onions, chopped
  • Cooked white rice, for serving

Directions

  1. In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Set aside.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add the chicken and stir fry until browned and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes.
  3. Add the garlic, ginger, peanuts, and dried chilies to the wok. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, until fragrant.
  4. Add the bell pepper and green onions to the wok. Stir in the sauce mixture and cook for another 2-3 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.
  5. Serve the Kong Bao Chicken hot over cooked white rice. Enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • Kong Bao Chicken is named after Ding Baozhen, a Qing Dynasty official who loved spicy food.
  • The addition of peanuts in Kong Bao Chicken adds a crunchy texture and nutty flavor to the dish.