Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

0/8 checked
6
servings
20 unit

chicken drumettes

skinned

0.25 cup

canola oil

0.33 cup

green onions

chopped

1 tbsp

fresh ginger

minced peeled

3 tbsp

Thai sweet chili sauce

1.5 tbsp

Sriracha

2 tsp

rice vinegar

2 tsp

fish sauce

Step 1
~3 min

Add water to a Dutch oven to a depth of 1 inch; bring to a simmer.

Step 2
~3 min

Place chicken in a vegetable steamer.

Step 3
~3 min

Place steamer in pan over water; cover.

Step 4
~3 min

Reduce heat to medium-low. Steam, covered, for 10 minutes.

Step 5
~3 min

Remove chicken from steamer; cool. Pat dry.

Step 6
~3 min

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 7
~3 min

Add canola oil; swirl to coat.

Step 8
~3 min

Add chicken to pan; saute 5 minutes, turning to brown on all sides.

Step 9
~3 min

Add green onions and ginger to pan; saute 30 seconds, stirring constantly.

Step 10
~3 min

Remove pan from heat; transfer chicken mixture to a large bowl using a slotted spoon.

Step 11
~3 min

Combine chili sauce, Sriracha, rice vinegar, and fish sauce, stirring well.

Step 12
~3 min

Drizzle chili mixture over chicken; toss to coat.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For extra crispy skin, broil the drumettes for a few minutes after sauteing.

Adjust the amount of Sriracha to control the spiciness level.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The sauce can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with steamed rice or Asian slaw.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Asian slaw
Steamed rice
Edamame

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southeast Asia

Cultural Significance

Commonly served as an appetizer in Asian cuisines.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Chinese New Year
Lunar New Year

Occasion Tags

Party
Game day
Appetizer
Weeknight dinner

Popularity Score

80/100

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