Preparation
10 minutes
Cooking
10 minutes
Difficulty
Easy
Chicken is used to prepare many delicious and attractive dishes. Today, TasteVN will guide you in cooking tender and tasty shaken chicken that everyone enjoys. Let’s get into the kitchen to make this stir-fried dish now!
Ingredients for Shaken Chicken Serves 2
Chicken breast 200 gr Bell pepper 1 piece Onion 1 piece Tomato 1 piece Garlic 3 cloves Chili powder 1/2 teaspoon Soy sauce 1/2 tablespoon Oyster sauce 1 tablespoon Cooking oil 1 tablespoon Common spices a little (salt/ seasoning powder/ sugar/ ground pepper)
How to choose fresh ingredients
How to choose fresh chicken breast
- Good chicken breast will have a pink color, a slightly shiny surface, good elasticity, and will not leave a dent when pressed.
- Good chicken breasts will not have white streaks along the body. This is a warning sign that the chicken has been injected with growth hormones, which is not good for health.
- Additionally, do not buy chicken breasts that leave fingerprints when pressed, as this means the meat is no longer fresh.
- Avoid buying dark or overly white chicken breasts as these pieces of meat have deteriorated and are no longer tasty.
How to choose fresh and delicious bell peppers
- Choose bell peppers with a smooth, shiny surface, fresh stems that are firmly attached to the fruit.
- It’s better to select peppers with a base divided into 3 sections, as they will be tastier, crunchier, and more flavorful when stir-fried.
- Choose brightly colored fruits that are not too light in weight, as these are fresh and nutrient-rich.
- Avoid buying peppers that are bruised, waterlogged, have wrinkled skin, or wilted stems.
See details: How to choose fresh and delicious bell peppers
How to choose fresh and delicious onions
- You should choose onions with a thin, shiny skin, uniform color, and feel dry and firm to the touch.
- Opt for bulbs with long roots and skin that is not peeling but firmly attached to the onion, as these are fresh onions.
- Avoid purchasing bulbs that have sprouted, feel soft when touched, or have uneven colors, as these are not fresh and may taste bitter when eaten.
How to prepare Stir-fried Chicken
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Prepare the ingredients
To eliminate the smell of the chicken breast you bought, rinse it with diluted salt water, then wash it several times with clean water and let it drain. Next, cut the chicken breast into bite-sized cubes.
Effective ways to eliminate the smell of chicken
- Method 1: Rub the chicken with a little salt, pepper, crushed ginger, and some white wine for about 30 minutes, then rinse with clean water.
- Method 2: Briefly blanch the chicken with a few pieces of crushed ginger.
- Method 3: Rub a few slices of lemon on the chicken with a little salt, then rinse thoroughly with cold water.
See details: Effective ways to eliminate the smell of chicken
Wash the bell peppers, remove the seeds, and cut them into pieces about the size of a finger.
Wash the tomatoes, cut them in half, remove the seeds, and then cut them into bite-sized cubes.
Peel the onion, wash it, and cut it into cubes similar to the bell peppers. Peel and finely chop the garlic.
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Marinate the chicken
Put the chicken breast in a bowl, add 1 minced garlic clove, 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce, 2 teaspoons of seasoning, 2 teaspoons of sugar, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 tablespoon of monosodium glutamate, 1/2 tablespoon of soy sauce, 1 teaspoon of pepper, 1/2 teaspoon of chili powder, mix well for the spices to absorb evenly, marinate for 10 minutes.
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Make stir-fried chicken
Heat a pan on the stove, add 1 tablespoon of cooking oil, and the remaining minced garlic into the pan to sauté until fragrant.
Next, add the marinated chicken breast into the pan and stir-fry on high heat for about 2 – 3 minutes until the chicken is firm, then add the onion and stir-fry for another 1 – 2 minutes, then add the bell pepper and tomato, add a little water and stir-fry for about 2 – 3 minutes, then season to taste and turn off the heat.
Place the stir-fried chicken onto a plate and sprinkle a little ground pepper to finish.
Tip: You can add some chopped green onions, cilantro, or small diced chili and stir well to enhance the delicious flavor of the dish.
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Final Product
The stir-fried chicken is fragrant, visually appealing, and extremely appetizing. The chicken pieces are tender and infused with spices, while the fresh vegetables are crispy and retain their sweetness.
This dish, although simple, is incredibly delicious. You can enjoy it with white rice or as a snack to accompany a few beers during the pandemic!
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What are you waiting for? Quickly show off your skills by making the delicious and appealing shaken chicken that everyone loves. TasteVN wishes you success and a delicious meal!
