Steamed Chicken with Chinese Yam and Goji Berries 淮山杞子蒸雞

A healthy and flavorful steamed chicken dish featuring tender chicken thigh fillet, earthy Chinese yam, and nutrient-rich goji berries, all delicately flavored with ginger and a light sauce.

Nutrition (per serving)

Ingredients

• 300g chicken thigh fillet, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 150g fresh Chinese yam, peeled and sliced
• 1 tbsp dried goji berries
• 2 slices ginger, shredded
• 1 tbsp light soy sauce
• 1 tsp Shaoxing wine
• 1/2 tsp cornstarch
• 1/4 tsp white pepper
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1/2 tsp sugar
• 1 tbsp water

Steps

1. Marinate the chicken with light soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, cornstarch, white pepper, sesame oil, and sugar for 15 minutes.
2. Arrange the sliced Chinese yam and shredded ginger on a heatproof plate.
3. Place the marinated chicken on top of the Chinese yam and ginger. Sprinkle the goji berries over the chicken. Add water to the plate. Steam over high heat for 10-12 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.

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