Braised Chicken Legs

March 23, 2025 10 Minutes Advanced

Nutritional Information

590 kcal
Calories
43g
Protein
12g
Carbohydrates
44g
Fat
Braised Chicken Legs

This savory Soy-Glazed Chicken Legs with Quail Eggs is a rich, flavorful dish that combines tender chicken with golden-fried quail eggs in a sweet and spicy sauce. Perfectly seared chicken legs are simmered in a delicious blend of soy sauce, hoisin, cooking wine, and sugar, infused with aromatic ginger and chili peppers for a bold kick. The quail eggs, fried until crispy, soak up the savory glaze, adding a delightful texture to every bite. Slowly braised to perfection, the chicken becomes melt-in-your-mouth tender while the sauce thickens into a glossy, irresistible coating. Easy to make yet packed with umami depth, this dish is a crowd-pleaser for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve it hot over steamed rice to enjoy the full harmony of sweet, spicy, and savory flavors in every mouthful.

Instructions

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Clean the chicken legs and drain the water;
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Fry the quail eggs in a pot of oil until golden brown, then set aside;
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Mix soy sauce, cooking wine, hoisin sauce, and sugar to make a sauce;
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Put the chicken legs in a pot, fry both sides until golden brown, then pour in the sauce, ginger slices, and chili peppers, and stir-fry;
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Add 1 bowl of clear water, add the fried quail eggs, and boil over high heat before reducing to medium-low heat;
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After cooking for 20 minutes, insert a toothpick, and if it comes out clean, it is cooked, then collect the sauce and serve.

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