Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 lb

boneless skinless chicken breast

cut into bite size pieces

1 unit

egg white

1 tbsp

cornstarch

1 dash

white pepper

8 unit

Thai peppers (dried)

medium

1 unit

green pepper

cut into squares

1 unit

onion

cut into bite size pieces

2 stalks

celery

cut on the diagonal

8 ounce

water chestnuts

drained

4 tbsp

soy sauce

2 tbsp

dry sherry

2 tbsp

rice vinegar

2 tbsp

sugar

2 tsp

sesame oil

2 tbsp

hoisin sauce

2 tbsp

oyster sauce

1 tbsp

peanut oil

0.5 cup

unsalted dry roasted peanuts

Step 1
~4 min

Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2
~4 min

In a glass bowl, mix egg white, cornstarch, white pepper, and soy sauce.

Step 3
~4 min

Add chicken to the mixture, ensuring it is well coated.

Step 4
~4 min

Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 30 minutes to marinate.

Step 5
~4 min

In a separate bowl, combine green pepper, onion, drained water chestnuts, and celery.

Step 6
~4 min

Mix soy sauce, dry sherry, rice vinegar, sugar, sesame oil, hoisin sauce and oyster sauce in small bowl.

Step 7
~4 min

Heat peanut oil in a wok or large frying pan over medium-high heat.

Step 8
~4 min

Stir-fry the dried Thai peppers until they are lightly browned.

Step 9
~4 min

Add the marinated chicken and stir-fry until almost cooked through.

Step 10
~4 min

Add the mixed vegetables to the wok and continue stir-frying for a few minutes.

Key Technique: Stir-frying
Step 11
~4 min

Pour in the sauce and heat for a few minutes until the flavors combine.

Step 12
~4 min

Sprinkle the unsalted dry roasted peanuts over the chicken and vegetables.

Step 13
~4 min

Serve the Kung Pao Chicken over rice.

Step 14
~4 min

Optional: Sprinkle the peanuts over individual servings on rice.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of Thai peppers to control the spice level.

Marinating the chicken longer will enhance its flavor.

Serve with steamed rice to balance the flavors.

Garnish with chopped green onions for added freshness.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Chicken can be marinated ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with steamed rice.

Serve with stir-fried vegetables.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Egg rolls
Spring rolls

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Sichuan, China

Cultural Significance

Popular Sichuan dish known for its spicy and savory flavors.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Chinese New Year

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Casual Gathering
Family Meal

Popularity Score

85/100

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