Chicken in Sichuan Chili Sauce
Serves 430 mins prep30 mins cook
A flavorful cold dish known as Chicken in Sichuan Chili Sauce, traditionally made with whole chicken but often prepared with chicken thighs or drumsticks for convenience. This dish is dressed with a rich and savory red chili sauce, making it perfect for serving in advance.
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1 : Add chicken to a pot of water along with Shaoxing wine, salt, ginger, and scallions. 2 : Bring it to a boil and turn the heat to medium. Let it simmer for 20 minutes. 3 : Turn off the heat, cover it with a lid and let it sit for 10 minutes. 4 : Save 1/4 cup of the chicken broth for later. 5 : Transfer the chicken to an ice bath and let it cool completely, about 15-20 minutes. 6 : Prepare the sauce by combining the listed ingredients. 7 : Once the chicken is cooled, cut it into small pieces. 8 : Plate the sliced chicken in a bowl and pour the sauce over it. 9 : Top it off with 2-4 tbsp chili oil, chopped peanuts, and scallion. 10 : Enjoy!View original recipe