Ayam Szechuan Pedas (spicy Szechuan Chicken)

Ayam Szechuan Pedas, or Spicy Szechuan Chicken, is a popular Indonesian Chinese dish known for its bold flavors and fiery kick. This recipe combines tender chicken with a spicy, savory, and slightly numbing Szechuan sauce that will surely excite your taste buds.

Ayam Szechuan Pedas (spicy Szechuan Chicken)

Ingredients

  • 500g boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
  • 2-3 tablespoons Szechuan peppercorns
  • 3-4 dried red chilies, deseeded and cut into small pieces
  • 2-3 green onions, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine (or dry sherry)
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat.
  2. Add the garlic, ginger, Szechuan peppercorns, and dried red chilies. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add the chicken and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until it's no longer pink.
  4. Pour in the soy sauce, dark soy sauce, and Shaoxing wine. Stir well to combine.
  5. Add the sugar and salt, then continue to stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and the sauce has thickened.
  6. Turn off the heat and stir in the green onions.
  7. Transfer to a serving dish and serve hot with steamed rice.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
10g
Fat
18g

Supplies

Wok or large skillet Cutting board Knife Measuring spoons Measuring cups

Tools

Stove Serving dish

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Serve with steamed rice and a side of stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

Tips: Adjust the amount of dried red chilies and Szechuan peppercorns to control the spiciness and numbing effect of the dish.

Cost

$15