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Chicken Gizzards Stir-Fry with Extra Vegetables
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken gizzards, cleaned and trimmed
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 bell peppers, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup snap peas
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch ginger, grated
- 2 green onions, chopped
- Cooked rice or noodles for serving
Instructions
- In a bowl, marinate the chicken gizzards with 1 tbsp soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, and black pepper. Set aside for 10 minutes.
- Heat 1 tbsp of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add the marinated chicken gizzards and stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, heat the remaining 1 tbsp of vegetable oil. Add the onion, bell peppers, broccoli, and snap peas. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet and stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Return the cooked chicken gizzards to the skillet. Add the remaining 1 tbsp of soy sauce and toss everything together for 1-2 minutes to combine and heat through.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and serve the chicken gizzards stir-fry with extra vegetables over cooked rice or noodles. Enjoy!
Chicken gizzards stir-fry with extra vegetables is a flavorful and nutritious dish that has its roots in Asian cuisine. This dish has a long history, with its origins in traditional Chinese cooking. It was originally created as a way to make use of every part of the chicken, including the gizzards, and to incorporate a variety of vegetables for a well-rounded meal. In recent years, this dish has gained popularity in Western countries as a delicious and budget-friendly option for home cooks. Chefs and home cooks alike have put their own spin on the dish, adding extra vegetables such as bell peppers, broccoli, and snap peas to enhance the flavors and textures. In terms of regional variations, this dish can be found in Chinese restaurants around the world, with each region adding its own unique blend of vegetables and seasonings. In the Sichuan province of China, for example, the stir-fry may include spicy Sichuan peppercorns for a numbing and fiery flavor, while in Cantonese cuisine, a lighter touch with soy sauce and oyster sauce is favored. For the best version of this dish, it's important to get the stir-fry technique just right, ensuring that the chicken gizzards are cooked to tender perfection and the vegetables are crisp and vibrant. The key to a successful stir-fry is high heat and quick cooking to retain the freshness and nutrients of the ingredients. Overall, chicken gizzards stir-fry with extra vegetables is a versatile and delicious dish that can be customized to suit individual tastes and dietary preferences. Whether enjoyed in a bustling Chinese restaurant or prepared at home, this dish is a celebration of the vibrant flavors and textures of Asian cuisine.
35 min
4
320 calories
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