Silken Taiwanese Three Cup Chicken with Thai Basil
A fragrant and flavorful Taiwanese classic
This traditional Taiwanese dish is a perfect balance of savory, sweet, and aromatic flavors, brought to life by the unique addition of Thai basil.
- 1 h 10 min
- 4
- Intermediate
Ingredients
For the Chicken Marinade
For the Sauce
Aromatics and Garnish
Preparation
Marinating the Chicken
Combine Marinade Ingredients
In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, rice wine, grated ginger, and minced garlic.
Coat the Chicken
Add the chicken pieces and toss to coat evenly.
Refrigerate
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or preferably 1 hour.
For a deeper flavor, marinate the chicken for at least an hour before cooking.
Preparing the Sauce
Whisk Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together sesame oil, soy sauce, rice wine, and sugar until well combined.
Adjust Sweetness
Taste and adjust sugar if you prefer a sweeter sauce.
Set Aside
Set the sauce mixture aside until needed.
Ensure chicken is at room temperature before cooking to ensure even cooking. Use a dark soy sauce for a richer color and flavor.
Cooking Process
Searing the Chicken
In a hot pan, sear the marinated chicken pieces in sesame oil until golden brown on all sides.
Adding Aromatics
Add sliced ginger and garlic to the pan, stirring until fragrant and lightly browned.
Simmering the Sauce
Pour in the sauce mixture and allow it to simmer, reducing slightly, for about 15 minutes.
Plating & Serving
Silken Taiwanese Three Cup Chicken with Thai Basil
Silken Taiwanese Three Cup Chicken with Thai Basil
Plating & Serving
Serve the chicken in a shallow dish topped with fresh Thai basil leaves, allowing the aromatic herbs to infuse the sauce as they wilt.