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Spicy Chicken Liver Stir-Fry
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken livers, cleaned and trimmed
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon chili sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 green onions, chopped
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix together 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon oyster sauce, 1 tablespoon chili sauce, 1 teaspoon sugar, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Set aside.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat.
- Add the chicken livers and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the skillet. Add the onion, garlic, and bell peppers. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Return the chicken livers to the skillet. Pour the prepared chili sauce over the chicken livers and vegetables. Stir-fry for an additional 1-2 minutes until everything is well coated and heated through.
- Sprinkle with chopped green onions and serve hot over steamed rice or noodles. Enjoy!
Chicken liver stir-fry with spicy chili sauce is a popular dish with a rich history. Originating in Sichuan, China, this dish has been enjoyed for centuries and is known for its bold flavors and fiery kick. Renowned chefs like Fuchsia Dunlop have popularized this dish, showcasing the unique combination of tender chicken livers and the intense heat of Sichuan peppercorns and chili peppers. Today, the best versions of this dish can be found in authentic Sichuan restaurants, where skilled chefs expertly balance the heat of the chili sauce with the richness of the chicken livers. The key to mastering this dish lies in achieving the perfect balance of flavors, ensuring the livers are cooked to tender perfection, and infusing the dish with the signature numbing and spicy sensation that Sichuan cuisine is famous for. For those looking to recreate this dish at home, it's essential to source high-quality chicken livers and select the right combination of chili peppers to achieve the desired level of heat. Additionally, mastering the art of stir-frying is crucial to ensure the livers are cooked quickly over high heat, preserving their delicate texture and flavor. While the traditional Sichuan method is widely celebrated, some chefs also experiment with alternative techniques, such as marinating the livers in the spicy chili sauce before stir-frying to enhance the depth of flavor. Whether enjoyed in a bustling Sichuan eatery or prepared at home with care and precision, chicken liver stir-fry with spicy chili sauce is a dish that continues to captivate food enthusiasts with its bold, complex flavors and rich culinary heritage.
25 min
4
320 calories
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