Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
500 g

Chicken thighs

boneless, skinless

2 unit

Egg whites

0.25 tsp

Baking soda

2 tsp

Soy sauce

80 g

Rolled Oats

2 tsp

Sunflower Oil

2 tsp

Sesame seeds

4 unit

Spring Onion Greens

finely chopped

4 cloves

Garlic

finely chopped

2 tsp

Ginger

finely chopped

3 unit

Fresh Red chillies

finely chopped

40 g

Rolled Oats

2 tbsp

Rice Vinegar

2 tbsp

Palm sugar

2 tbsp

Soy sauce

Step 1
~4 min

Whisk egg whites, soy sauce, and oats together in a bowl.

Step 2
~4 min

Add chicken pieces to the mixture and let it rest for 20 minutes.

Step 3
~4 min

Preheat the oven to 190 C (375 F).

Step 4
~4 min

Grease a baking dish with cooking spray.

Step 5
~4 min

Place the chicken and its sauce in the baking dish, drizzling with oil.

Step 6
~4 min

Bake uncovered for 25-35 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and slightly crisp.

Step 7
~4 min

Remove from the oven.

Step 8
~4 min

Whisk together soy sauce, palm sugar, chilies, and rice vinegar in a separate bowl.

Step 9
~4 min

Add oats and 1 cup of water to the sauce mixture and whisk again.

Step 10
~4 min

Set the sauce mixture aside.

Step 11
~4 min

Heat oil in a wok or kadhai over high heat.

Step 12
~4 min

Add sesame seeds, ginger, onion, and garlic to the wok.

Step 13
~4 min

Saute for a few seconds until fragrant.

Step 14
~4 min

Add the oat sauce mixture and the baked chicken to the wok.

Step 15
~4 min

Toss on high heat until the chicken is well coated with the sauce, about 4-5 minutes.

Step 16
~4 min

Check for salt and spices; adjust as needed.

Step 17
~4 min

Serve hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For extra crispiness, broil the chicken for the last few minutes of baking.

Adjust the amount of chili to your spice preference.

Make sure the wok is very hot before adding the chicken to achieve the best stir-fry result.

Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The chicken can be marinated ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with steamed rice or noodles.

Serve with a side of stir-fried vegetables.

Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped spring onions.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Steamed Broccoli
Chicken Fried Rice

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

China

Cultural Significance

Popular Chinese-American dish.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

New Year celebrations
Family dinners

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Family Meal
Casual Gathering

Popularity Score

70/100

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