Authentic Hunan Chicken
Serves 610 mins prep15 mins cook
Hunan chicken is one of those dishes that instantly wakes up your taste buds - spicy, savory, and full of depth. Inspired by traditional Chinese flavors from the Hunan province, this stir-fry celebrates bold chili heat balanced with aromatic garlic, ginger, and a rich umami sauce. It’s simple, quick, and deeply satisfying. My version keeps the authentic essence while using everyday vegetables like broccoli, carrots, and bell peppers for a colorful, nourishing twist on the classic!
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1 Combine chicken, soy sauce, shaoxing wine, and cornstarch. Let it sit for about 15 minutes while preparing the other ingredients. 2 In a small bowl mix chili bean paste, oyster sauce, dark soy sauce, chicken stock, and sugar. Stir until smooth and set aside. 3 Heat one tablespoon of oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add the chicken and cook until it turns golden and nearly cooked through. Remove and set aside. 4 Add a little more oil if needed. Stir-fry the garlic, ginger, and chilies for about 20 seconds until fragrant. 5 Add the carrots and broccoli first since they take longer to cook. After one minute add the bell peppers. Stir-fry until the vegetables are crisp-tender. 6 Return the chicken to the wok and pour in the sauce. Toss well for one to two minutes until everything is coated and the sauce slightly thickens. 7 Drizzle rice vinegar and toss again. Top with scallions and serve hot with steamed jasmine rice.View original recipe