La Zi Ji (spicy Szechuan Chicken)

La Zi Ji, also known as Spicy Szechuan Chicken, is a popular dish in Pakistani Chinese cuisine. This flavorful and spicy chicken dish is a perfect combination of Szechuan peppercorns, chili peppers, and mouth-numbing spices.

Spicy Non Vegetarian Main Course Pakistani Chinese Chicken Szechuan
La Zi Ji (spicy Szechuan Chicken)

Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless chicken, cut into small pieces
  • 2 tbsp Szechuan peppercorns
  • 4-5 dried red chili peppers
  • 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1-inch ginger, grated
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the Szechuan peppercorns and dried red chili peppers. Stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add the chicken pieces and stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until they are cooked through.
  4. Push the chicken to the side of the wok and add the garlic, ginger, and green onions. Stir-fry for 1-2 minutes.
  5. In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, and cornstarch. Pour the sauce over the chicken and stir to coat evenly.
  6. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken.
  7. Season with salt to taste and garnish with additional chopped green onions, if desired.

Cooking & Preparation

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

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
10g
Fat
20g

Supplies

Wok or large skillet Cutting board Knife Measuring spoons Small bowl Stirring spoon

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serve La Zi Ji with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For an extra spicy kick, add more dried red chili peppers or Szechuan peppercorns according to your preference.

Cost

$10