Embark on a culinary journey with our Authentic Kung Pao Chicken recipe. This iconic Chinese dish, known for its delightful combination of tender chicken, crunchy peanuts, and an irresistible blend of sweet, sour, and spicy flavors, promises to take your taste buds on an adventure!
Authentic Kung Pao Chicken
Our Authentic Kung Pao Chicken is a symphony of flavors – sweet, sour, and spicy, all in one delicious meal.
Equipment
- Large wok or frying pan
- Wooden Spatula
Ingredients
- 2 boneless chicken breasts, diced
- 1/2 cup unsalted dry roasted peanuts
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ginger, minced
- 2 dried red chili peppers
- 1/2 tsp Szechuan peppercorns
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
For the Sauce:
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp Chinese black vinegar
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp cornstarch
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together the ingredients for the sauce and set aside.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large frying pan over medium-high heat.
- Add the dried red chili peppers and Szechuan peppercorns to the pan. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the chicken to the pan and stir-fry until cooked through, about 5 minutes.
- Add the garlic, ginger, and green onions to the pan and stir-fry for an additional 2 minutes.
- Pour the sauce into the pan and bring to a boil.
- Once the sauce has thickened, add the peanuts, stirring to coat everything in the sauce.
- Serve hot with steamed rice or noodles.
Notes
This dish is typically spicy, but you can adjust the amount of chili peppers and Szechuan peppercorns according to your preference. Szechuan peppercorns give this dish a unique flavor and slight numbing sensation, but they can be omitted if unavailable.
Our Authentic Kung Pao Chicken is a perfect dish for those who enjoy a blend of flavors and a hit of spice. With every bite, you’ll be transported to the vibrant streets of Sichuan, China. Happy cooking!
Recipe difficulty: Easy
Complete nutritional information per serving:
- Calories: 350
- Total Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
- Sodium: 500mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 15g
- Dietary Fiber: 3g
- Total Sugars: 4g
- Protein: 30g
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