Fiery Sichuan Pepper Chicken
Fiery Sichuan Pepper Chicken is a spicy and flavorful Chinese dish that will tantalize your taste buds. This dish is perfect for those who love a little heat in their food. The combination of Sichuan peppercorns, chili peppers, and garlic creates a mouth-watering aroma that will make your mouth water.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp Sichuan peppercorns
- 2-3 dried chili peppers
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Green onions, chopped (optional)
Serves: 4
Cooking Tips:
- Use a wok or a large skillet to cook the chicken.
- Make sure the oil is hot before adding the chicken to the pan.
- Cook the chicken in batches to ensure it cooks evenly.
- Be careful when handling the Sichuan peppercorns and chili peppers as they can be very spicy.
Instructions:
1. Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat.
2. Add the Sichuan peppercorns and dried chili peppers and stir-fry for 30 seconds.
3. Add the minced garlic and stir-fry for another 30 seconds.
4. Add the chicken to the pan and stir-fry until it is cooked through and no longer pink.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, chicken broth, and cornstarch.
6. Pour the sauce over the chicken and stir-fry for another minute or until the sauce has thickened.
7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Garnish with chopped green onions (optional) and serve hot with rice.
Appearance and Taste:
Fiery Sichuan Pepper Chicken is a vibrant and colorful dish with a deep red hue from the chili peppers. The chicken is tender and juicy, coated in a thick and spicy sauce that is bursting with flavor. The Sichuan peppercorns add a unique numbing sensation to the dish, while the chili peppers provide a fiery kick. The garlic and soy sauce add depth and richness to the dish, making it a perfect balance of spicy and savory.
Type of Dish: Spicy Chicken
Main Ingredients: Chicken, Sichuan Peppercorns, Chili Peppers
