Q: Can I use chicken breast instead of chicken legs for this recipe?
A: Yes, you can use chicken breast, but the texture and flavor may slightly differ.
Q: Is it necessary to use hot oil for the sauce?
A: Yes, hot oil helps to release the flavors of the scallions, garlic, and ginger effectively.
Q: How can I ensure the chicken is fully cooked?
A: Boiling the chicken legs for 20 minutes should be sufficient. You can also check if the juices run clear when pierced with a fork.
Scallion Oil Chicken: A Tasty and Lean Home-cooked Delight
Notes
Ingredients:
- Chicken legs: 2
- Scallions (chopped): 5g
- Ginger (minced): 10g
- Garlic (minced): 1 teaspoon
- Salt: 10g
- Soy sauce: 2 tablespoons
- White sesame seeds: 15g
- Sugar: 10g
- Vinegar: 1 tablespoon
- Cooking oil: as needed
- Prepare the Sauce: Mix chopped scallions, white sesame seeds, minced ginger, and garlic. Pour hot oil over them. Add 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of vinegar, salt, and sugar. Stir well.
- Cook the Chicken: Boil the chicken legs in cold water with scallions, ginger, and cooking wine for 20 minutes.
- Shred and Dress: Cool the chicken in cold water, shred by hand, and then drizzle with the prepared sauce. Garnish with additional scallions.
- Serve: Enjoy the fragrant, tender, and juicy scallion oil chicken. It's a hit with both adults and children!
- Rich in protein from the chicken
- Low in carbohydrates
- Contains essential vitamins and minerals from scallions and ginger
- Calorie count may vary based on the amount of cooking oil used
