Asian Ginger Chicken Stir-Fry
Ingredients
- • 600 g boneless chicken thighs
- • 50 g fresh ginger root
- • 4 cloves garlic
- • 60 ml soy sauce
- • 30 ml rice wine or dry sherry
- • 30 ml honey
- • 15 ml sesame oil
- • 30 ml vegetable oil
- • 15 g cornstarch
- • 4 item green onions
- • 1 item red bell pepper
- • 60 ml chicken broth
- • 1 sprinkle salt to taste
- • 1 sprinkle white pepper to taste
- • 10 g sesame seeds
Instructions
- 1
Cut chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces (about 2cm/3/4 inch). Season with salt and white pepper, then toss with cornstarch until evenly coated.
- 2
Peel and finely mince the ginger. Mince the garlic. Cut green onions into 2cm pieces, separating white and green parts. Slice bell pepper into thin strips.
- 3
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice wine, honey, sesame oil, and chicken broth to make the sauce.
- 4
Heat vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add chicken pieces in a single layer and let sear undisturbed for 2 minutes.
- 5
Stir-fry the chicken for another 3-4 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
- 6
In the same wok, add ginger, garlic, and white parts of green onions. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- 7
Add bell pepper strips and stir-fry for 2 minutes until slightly softened but still crisp.
- 8
Return chicken to the wok, pour in the sauce mixture, and toss everything together for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken.
- 9
Remove from heat, add green parts of scallions, and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Serve immediately over steamed rice.
Nutrition (per serving)
Nutrition data is approximate and derived from OpenFoodFacts.org. Values may vary based on ingredients, brands, and preparation methods. Not intended as dietary or medical advice.
Chef's Note
"This vibrant stir-fry brings restaurant-quality flavor to your weeknight table in just 30 minutes. The key is using fresh ginger and keeping your wok hot – don't be afraid to let those aromatics sizzle! Serve over steamed rice for a complete meal the whole family will love."
