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Szechuan Stir-Fry
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 lb of chicken breast, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup of broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup of sliced carrots
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon of fresh ginger, minced
- 1/4 cup of soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons of rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons of Szechuan peppercorns
- 1 tablespoon of chili paste
- 1 tablespoon of cornstarch
- 1/4 cup of chicken broth
- 2 green onions, sliced
- Cooked rice for serving
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix together 1/4 cup of soy sauce, 2 tablespoons of rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon of chili paste, and 1 tablespoon of cornstarch. Set aside.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add the sliced chicken and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until cooked through. Remove the chicken from the wok and set aside.
- Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the wok. Stir-fry the garlic, ginger, and Szechuan peppercorns for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the sliced bell peppers, broccoli, and carrots to the wok. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Return the cooked chicken to the wok. Pour in the soy sauce mixture and 1/4 cup of chicken broth. Stir-fry for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the ingredients.
- Garnish with sliced green onions and serve the Szechuan stir-fry over cooked rice. Enjoy!
Szechuan Stir-Fry is a beloved dish originating from the Sichuan province in China, known for its bold and spicy flavors. This iconic stir-fry has a rich history dating back to ancient times, with its roots in the Szechuan region's unique culinary traditions. Renowned chefs in Sichuan have perfected the art of creating this dish, using a combination of Szechuan peppercorns, chili peppers, and other aromatic spices to infuse the stir-fry with its signature fiery heat and numbing sensation. Today, the best versions of Szechuan Stir-Fry can be found in authentic Szechuan restaurants, where skilled chefs expertly balance the dish's complex flavors and textures. The key to a perfect Szechuan Stir-Fry lies in achieving the ideal balance of heat, sweetness, and umami, making it a must-try for any lover of bold and flavorful cuisine.
30 min
4
350 calories
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