Three Cup Chicken
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Three Cup Chicken

timer 10 MIN
signal_cellular_alt Medium
person 4 servings
Recipe
Three Cup Chicken

About This Recipe

This Spicy Garlic Chicken Stir-Fry is a bold and flavorful dish that brings together tender chicken pieces with a punch of garlic, chili, and aromatic spices. The chicken is first soaked to ensure cleanliness, then stir-fried to perfection with ginger, garlic, and chili strips for a fragrant base. A rich blend of soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, and savory bean paste creates a deeply umami sauce that coats each bite. The dish is simmered until the sauce thickens, locking in the bold flavors. Optional scallions add freshness, but this version keeps it simple for those who prefer a pure, spicy kick. Quick to prepare yet packed with complex tastes, this stir-fry is perfect for a weeknight dinner that doesn’t compromise on excitement. Serve it hot over rice for a satisfying meal that’s sure to impress!

Instructions

Detailed preparation guide

servings 4
Total Time 10m

shopping_basket Ingredients

Main Ingredients
  • chicken 500g
The aromatics
  • garlic 3 cloves
  • chili 1 piece
  • ginger 20g
  • scallions 2 stalks (optional)
The sauce & seasonings
  • soy sauce 2 tbsp
  • Shaoxing wine ½ cup
  • bean paste 1 tbsp

menu_book Directions

1
Step 1
Step 1
Soak the chicken in hot water to remove blood.
2
Step 2
Step 2
Clean and cut the chicken into pieces after washing.
3
Step 3
Step 3
Prepare sauce, garlic, and chili strips.
4
Step 4
Step 4
Heat the wok with oil, add ginger, garlic, and chili strips, and stir-fry until fragrant.
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Step 5
Step 5
Add the chicken and stir-fry until it changes color, then add soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, and bean paste, and stir-fry for a few minutes. Add water and cook until the sauce thickens. You can add scallions if you like, but I didn’t add them because I don’t like them.
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Step 6
Step 6
Turn off the heat and serve.

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