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Taiwanese Three Cup Chicken

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Indulge in Taiwanese Three Cup Chicken, sizzling with garlic, basil, and a rich soy-sesame glaze!

  • Author: Genio Ng
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 2 Servings 1x
  • Category: Chicken
  • Method: Easy
  • Cuisine: Taiwanese

Ingredients

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  • 450g boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1½ tbsp sesame oil
  • 4 slices ginger
  • 810 cloves garlic, sliced
  • 4 Thai chilis
  • 2 tbsp Shaoxing wine
  • 2 tsp dark soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp light soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • ½ tsp MSG
  • ? cup Thai basil leaves

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, mix together the Shaoxing wine, dark soy sauce, light soy sauce, brown sugar, and MSG. Set aside.
  2. Heat sesame oil in a pan over high heat. Add the ginger, garlic, and chilis, and stir-fry until fragrant.
  3. Add the chicken pieces and cook for about 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned.
  4. Pour in the sauce mixture, stir to coat evenly, then cover and simmer over medium heat for 15–20 minutes, or until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy.
  5. Add the Thai basil and stir-fry for another minute, allowing the aroma to infuse.
  6. Serve hot with steamed rice. Garnish with sesame seeds if desired.