Hainanese chicken rice
Hainanese chicken rice is a delicious Chinese dish. It typically consists of tender poached chicken served on fragrant rice cooked in chicken broth, accompanied by a variety of condiments such as chili sauce and ginger. The chicken is usually cooked with care to maintain its juiciness and tenderness, resulting in a flavorful and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 1 whole chicken about 3-4 pounds
- 2 cups jasmine rice
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 thumb-sized ginger sliced
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 cucumber sliced
- Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish
For Serving:
Instructions
- Rinse the chicken thoroughly and remove any excess fat. Rub the chicken with a tablespoon of salt and rinse again. This step helps to remove impurities and enhance the flavor.
- In a large pot, bring water to a boil and carefully place the chicken inside. Add a few slices of ginger and let it simmer for about 40-50 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked.
- While the chicken is cooking, wash the jasmine rice and drain well. In a separate pot, heat the vegetable oil and sauté the minced garlic and ginger until fragrant.
- Add the drained rice to the pot and stir it in the oil, garlic, and ginger mixture for a minute or two.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the rice simmer for about 15-20 minutes until it's fully cooked and fluffy.
- Once the chicken is cooked, transfer it to an ice bath or cold water to cool down and maintain its tenderness. After it cools, rub the chicken skin with sesame oil and soy sauce for added flavor and sheen.
- Cut the chicken into serving pieces and arrange it on a plate. Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley.
- Serve the Hainanese chicken with the fragrant rice, cucumber slices, and condiments such as chili sauce and ginger sauce on the side.
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 541kcal (27%)Carbohydrates: 52g (17%)Protein: 30g (60%)Fat: 22g (34%)Saturated Fat: 6g (38%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 98mg (33%)Sodium: 1010mg (44%)Potassium: 429mg (12%)Fiber: 1g (4%)Sugar: 2g (2%)Vitamin A: 217IU (4%)Vitamin C: 4mg (5%)Calcium: 49mg (5%)Iron: 2mg (11%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
