Description
Delicate Chinese “Steamed Ginger Chicken” brings silky tender meat infused with aromatic ginger and delicate herbs. Gentle cooking preserves delicious flavors, making this classic dish perfect for simple, elegant dining with friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 6 chicken thighs, sliced into thirds
- 3 shiitake mushrooms, sliced
Aromatics and Herbs:
- 2 segments ginger, sliced
- 1 spring onion, sliced
Seasonings and Sauces:
- 3 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 ½ tablespoons oyster sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Combine chicken thighs with sesame oil, oyster sauce, soy sauce, cornstarch, salt, and pepper in a mixing vessel, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated with the aromatic marinade.
- Delicately slice fresh ginger into thin, translucent strips, finely chop spring onions, and carefully slice shiitake mushrooms to create elegant garnish layers.
- Arrange marinated chicken in a single layer within a steaming basket, then strategically distribute ginger, spring onions, and mushroom slices across the top of the meat.
- Position the steaming basket over a simmering water bath, cover securely, and maintain medium-high heat for precisely 30 minutes, allowing the chicken to become tender and infused with fragrant herb essences.
- Once cooking concludes, carefully remove the steaming basket and transfer the succulent chicken to a serving platter, ensuring the delicate herb garnishes remain beautifully positioned.
- Present the steamed ginger chicken immediately alongside fluffy steamed rice, allowing the rich, savory juices to enhance the accompanying grain.
Notes
- Adjust steaming time based on chicken thickness to ensure even, juicy cooking without drying out the meat.
- Use fresh ginger for maximum flavor intensity and aromatic profile in the dish.
- Select bone-in chicken thighs for richer taste and more tender texture compared to boneless cuts.
- Substitute cornstarch with arrowroot powder for gluten-free version, maintaining the same marinade consistency and tenderizing effect.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Steaming
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 1100 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg