Description
Ginger Chicken from Asia brings zesty warmth to your dinner table with tender chicken marinated in a bold blend of spices. Simple ingredients create a memorable meal that connects family and friends around delicious, satisfying flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 500g boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2-inch piece of fresh ginger, grated
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes
Liquids and Thickeners:
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- Salt, to taste
Garnish:
- Spring onions
Instructions
- Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large pan over medium-high heat at 375°F. Drop finely chopped onions into the hot oil and sauté until translucent and golden, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add 2-inch grated ginger, 4 minced garlic cloves, and 1 teaspoon chili flakes to the pan. Stir rapidly for 45-60 seconds until fragrant and your kitchen fills with spicy aromatics.
- Introduce 500g bite-sized chicken thighs to the pan. Stir-fry at high heat for 4-5 minutes, ensuring each piece develops a golden-brown exterior while maintaining internal moisture.
- Pour 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon oyster sauce, and 1 tablespoon honey over the chicken. Gently toss to coat each piece completely, creating a glossy and flavorful glaze.
- Reduce heat to medium and simmer chicken for 6-7 minutes, stirring occasionally. Ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F for safe consumption.
- Mix 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 2 tablespoons water to create a slurry. Pour into the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens and clings to chicken pieces.
- Taste and sprinkle salt as needed. Garnish with freshly chopped spring onions for a crisp, bright finish.
Notes
- Toast whole spices before grinding to release deeper, more complex flavors in the chicken marinade.
- Marinate chicken for at least 2 hours, but overnight creates the most intense ginger and spice penetration.
- Use fresh ginger root instead of powdered for brighter, more vibrant flavor and better texture.
- When stir-frying, ensure your wok or pan is extremely hot to get a perfect sear without making the chicken tough.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Sautéed
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3
- Calories: 306 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg