Steamed Chicken with Conpoy and Winter Melon 瑤柱冬瓜蒸雞

Succulent chicken is steamed with sweet winter melon and umami-rich conpoy (dried scallops), creating a comforting and flavorful dish. The delicate broth and tender ingredients make it a perfect family meal.

Nutrition (per serving)

Ingredients

• 500g chicken thigh, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 300g winter melon, peeled and cut into 2cm cubes
• 3-4 pieces conpoy (dried scallops), soaked until soft and shredded
• 2 slices ginger, thinly julienned
• 1 tbsp light soy sauce
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 1/2 tsp white pepper
• 1 tbsp cooking wine (e.g., Shaoxing wine)

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine chicken thigh pieces with light soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, cornstarch, white pepper, and cooking wine. Marinate for 15 minutes.
2. Arrange winter melon cubes evenly at the bottom of a heatproof dish. Place the marinated chicken on top of the winter melon.
3. Sprinkle shredded conpoy and julienned ginger over the chicken.
4. Steam over high heat for 20-25 minutes, or until chicken is fully cooked and winter melon is tender.
5. Serve hot, optionally garnished with fresh spring onion.

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