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Kung Pao Chicken

Kung Pao Chicken is a popular Chinese dish that originated in the Sichuan province of China. It is a stir-fry dish made with chicken, peanuts, vegetables, and a spicy sauce. The sauce is a combination of soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, ginger, and chili peppers. It is commonly served with steamed or fried rice. It is a spicy dish, but can be adjusted to be less spicy by reducing the amount of chili peppers in the sauce. This dish is often served in Chinese restaurants around the world.

Ingredients (2 Persons)

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon grated ginger
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup roasted peanuts

Directions

  • Step 1
    Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken cubes and cook until they are golden brown on all sides, about 4-5 minutes.
  • Step 2
    Add the garlic, ginger, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes to the skillet and stir to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Step 3
    In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and 1/4 cup of water. Add the cornstarch mixture to the skillet and stir to combine. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, until the sauce has thickened.
  • Step 4
    Stir in the peanuts and cook for 1 minute. Serve the kung pao chicken over cooked rice or noodles.

Comments

Anonymous
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Kung Pao Chicken is an excellent dish that packs great flavor and plenty of heat. The combination of spicy, sweet and savory flavors makes it a winner. Highly recommend!
Anonymous
,
Kung Pao Chicken is a deliciously spicy and savory classic Chinese dish. It's the perfect comfort food for an Asian feast! A must try for any fan of Chinese food.
Anonymous
,
Kung Pao Chicken is a delicious, spicy and savory dish. The chicken is tender, yet juicy and the sauce is perfectly balanced. The peanuts and peppers add a great crunch. Highly recommended!

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