Hunan-style Steamed Chicken (湖南蒸鸡)

湖南蒸鸡 (Hunan-style Steamed Chicken) is a classic dish from Hunan Cuisine known for its spicy and flavorful taste. This dish is easy to prepare and is perfect for a delicious and healthy meal.

Hunan-style Steamed Chicken (湖南蒸鸡)

Ingredients

  • 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp rice wine
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 inch ginger, sliced
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 2 tbsp chili flakes
  • 1 tsp Sichuan peppercorns
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix soy sauce, rice wine, sugar, garlic, ginger, green onions, chili flakes, Sichuan peppercorns, sesame oil, and salt.
  2. Place the chicken pieces in a steaming dish and pour the sauce over the chicken.
  3. Pour the chicken broth into the steaming dish.
  4. Steam the chicken over high heat for 30 minutes or until fully cooked.
  5. Serve hot and enjoy!

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
30 minutes
Total time:
40 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Protein
30g
Fat
10g
Carbohydrates
5g

Supplies

Steaming dish

Tools

Steamer

Serving suggestions

Serve the Hunan-style Steamed Chicken with steamed rice and stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For an extra kick, add more chili flakes or Sichuan peppercorns to the sauce.

Cost

$15