Dou Chi Ji Zhua (braised Chicken Feet With Black Bean Sauce)
Dou Chi Ji Zhua, or Braised Chicken Feet with Black Bean Sauce, is a classic dish in Huaiyang Cuisine. The tender, flavorful chicken feet are braised in a savory black bean sauce, creating a delicious and unique dish that is perfect for sharing with friends and family.
Ingredients
- 1 kg chicken feet
- 3 tbsp black bean sauce
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch ginger, sliced
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tbsp cooking oil
Instructions
- In a large pot, blanch the chicken feet in boiling water for 5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Heat the cooking oil in a wok or large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic, ginger, and green onions, and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the black bean sauce, soy sauce, and sugar to the wok, and stir to combine.
- Add the blanched chicken feet to the wok, and stir to coat them in the sauce.
- Pour in the chicken broth, cover the wok, and simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally, until the chicken feet are tender and the sauce has thickened.
- Transfer the braised chicken feet to a serving dish, and garnish with additional chopped green onions if desired.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 1 hour
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Protein
- 20g
- Fat
- 15g
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
Supplies
Large pot Wok or large skillet Cooking spoon Cover for the wok
Tools
Knife Cutting board Measuring spoons
Serving suggestions
Serve the Dou Chi Ji Zhua with steamed rice and a side of stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
To enhance the flavor, you can marinate the chicken feet in a mixture of soy sauce and Shaoxing wine for 30 minutes before cooking.
Cost
$10