Cantonese Steamed Chicken with Cordyceps Flower and Red Dates 蟲草花紅棗蒸雞

A nourishing and flavorful Cantonese steamed chicken dish, infused with the delicate aroma of cordyceps flowers and the natural sweetness of red dates. This healthy preparation yields incredibly tender chicken, perfect for a comforting meal.

Nutrition (per serving)

Ingredients

• 500g chicken thigh (boneless, skin-on), cut into bite-sized pieces
• 15g dried cordyceps flower, rinsed
• 8-10 red dates, deseeded
• 3 slices ginger, julienned
• 1 tbsp light soy sauce
• 1 tsp Shaoxing wine
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1/2 tsp white pepper
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 1 tsp cooking oil

Steps

1. Rinse chicken thigh pieces and pat dry. In a bowl, combine chicken with light soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, sesame oil, white pepper, and cornstarch. Mix well and marinate for 15 minutes.
2. Rinse dried cordyceps flowers and red dates. If red dates are large, you can lightly smash them to release more flavor.
3. Arrange the marinated chicken on a heatproof plate. Scatter the cordyceps flowers, red dates, and julienned ginger over the chicken.
4. Drizzle with cooking oil.
5. Steam over high heat for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
6. Serve immediately with steamed white rice.

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