Q: Can I use boneless chicken thighs instead of chicken legs?
A: Yes, boneless chicken thighs can be used as a substitute, though cooking times may vary slightly.
Q: How long should the mushrooms be soaked before cooking?
A: Soak the mushrooms in warm water until they are fully rehydrated, typically for about 20-30 minutes.
Q: Is it necessary to use a specific brand of seasoning for this recipe?
A: No, while the recipe specifies certain brands, you can use similar products available to you.
Mushroom and Carrot Braised Chicken Legs
Notes
- 3 Chicken Legs
- 3g Salt
- 10ml Light Soy Sauce (Tai Tai Le Original Flavor)
- 1/2 Spoon Dark Soy Sauce
- 1 Handful Dried Mushrooms
- 1/2 Carrot
- 2 Spoons Cooking Wine (Tai Tai Le Banquet)
- 1 Spoon Reduced Salt Oyster Sauce (Tai Tai Le Banquet)
- 1/2 Green Onion
- 1 Spoon Ginger Powder
- 1 Meat Stew Seasoning Packet
- 1 Spoon Chicken Broth Concentrate (Tai Tai Le)
- Cut the green onion into segments and peel and chop the carrot. (Note: Image of carrot not included.)
- Soak the dried mushrooms in warm water in advance.
- Clean and chop the chicken legs into pieces, then stir-fry them in a heated, oiled pan.
- Add the cooking wine to the chicken to remove any gamey taste.
- Once the chicken changes color, add the green onion segments and ginger powder.
- Add light soy sauce.
- Add reduced salt oyster sauce.
- Add dark soy sauce and stir-fry until the chicken is evenly colored.
- Include the pre-soaked mushrooms and the water used for soaking.
- Add the carrot pieces and the meat stew seasoning packet.
- Pour in enough hot water to cover the ingredients, bring to a boil, and skim off any foam.
- Switch to low heat, cover, and simmer for 40 minutes.
- When the sauce thickens, add salt to taste.
- Finally, add the chicken broth concentrate, stir well, and remove from heat.
- Serve the completed Mushroom and Carrot Braised Chicken Legs.
- Rich in protein from chicken
- Carrots provide beta-carotene and fiber
- Mushrooms are a good source of antioxidants
- Low in carbohydrates