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Chinese Three Cup Chicken


Chinese Three Cup Chicken
Recipe Details
Three cup chicken is a traditional Chinese dish originated from the Jiangxi province in China. It is named after its simple ingredients: without any broth or water, the chicken is prepared with one cup of Chinese cooking wine, one cup of lard and one cup of soy sauce. The dish has a very strong taste that is perfect with a bowl or rice. In our recipe, we use sesame oil to replace the lard for a healthier version.
Ingredients
General Ingredients
Step by Step Instructions

Step 1
Thai Basil, Ginger, Garlic, Green Onion

Step 2
Chicken Thigh Meat

Step 3
Prepare the Ingredients

Step 4
Cut Chicken into Pieces

Step 5
Heat up Sesame Oil

Step 6
Add Ginger and Garlic

Step 7
Add Chicken and Saute

Step 8
Add Chinese Cooking Wine

Step 9
Add Soy Sauce

Step 10
Add Rock Sugar

Step 11
Cook Until Sauce Thickens (About 15-20 Mins)

Step 12
Add Thai Basil and Green Onions

Step 13
Cover the Lid for 30 Seconds

Step 14
Ready to Serve
Ingredients
General Ingredients
Three cup chicken is a traditional Chinese dish originated from the Jiangxi province in China. It is named after its simple ingredients: without any broth or water, the chicken is prepared with one cup of Chinese cooking wine, one cup of lard and one cup of soy sauce. The dish has a very strong taste that is perfect with a bowl or rice. In our recipe, we use sesame oil to replace the lard for a healthier version.
Step by Step Instructions

Step 1
Thai Basil, Ginger, Garlic, Green Onion

Step 2
Chicken Thigh Meat

Step 3
Prepare the Ingredients

Step 4
Cut Chicken into Pieces

Step 5
Heat up Sesame Oil

Step 6
Add Ginger and Garlic

Step 7
Add Chicken and Saute

Step 8
Add Chinese Cooking Wine

Step 9
Add Soy Sauce

Step 10
Add Rock Sugar

Step 11
Cook Until Sauce Thickens (About 15-20 Mins)

Step 12
Add Thai Basil and Green Onions

Step 13
Cover the Lid for 30 Seconds

Step 14
Ready to Serve