Imperial Pearl Chicken (帝王明珠鸡)
帝王明珠鸡 (Imperial Pearl Chicken) is a classic dish from Chinese Imperial Cuisine, known for its exquisite flavors and elegant presentation. This dish is often served at banquets and special occasions due to its luxurious ingredients and meticulous preparation.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup Shaoxing wine
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 4 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup vegetable oil for frying
- 4 green onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and gently pound them to an even thickness.
- In a bowl, mix the chicken broth, Shaoxing wine, soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, and sesame oil to make the marinade.
- Place the chicken in the marinade, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and coat each piece with cornstarch, then dip in the beaten eggs.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or deep skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove the chicken from the oil and drain on paper towels.
- Slice the chicken into bite-sized pieces and arrange on a serving platter.
- Top with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 1 hour
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 300 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Fat
- 15g
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
Supplies
Wok Deep skillet Serving platter
Tools
Chef's knife Cutting board Mixing bowl Plastic wrap Tongs
Serving suggestions
Serve the Imperial Pearl Chicken with steamed jasmine rice and stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For an extra luxurious touch, garnish the dish with edible gold leaf before serving.
Cost
$20