Stir-fried Chicken Thighs with Preserved Lemon and Honey 鹹檸蜜糖炒雞髀肉

A vibrant and tangy stir-fry where tender chicken thighs are coated in a unique sauce made from fragrant preserved lemon and a touch of sweet honey, offering a delightful balance of flavors.

Nutrition (per serving)

Ingredients

• 400g chicken thighs, boneless, skin-on, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1/2 preserved lemon, flesh removed, rind minced
• 2 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp Shaoxing wine
• 1 tsp cornstarch
• 1/2 tsp sugar
• 1/4 tsp white pepper
• 2 tbsp cooking oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp ginger, julienned
• 2 spring onions, sliced into 2cm lengths
• Optional: a few thin slices of fresh lemon for garnish

Steps

1. In a bowl, marinate chicken thigh pieces with soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, cornstarch, sugar, and white pepper for 10 minutes.
2. Heat cooking oil in a wok over high heat. Add marinated chicken and stir-fry until lightly browned and almost cooked through, about 3-4 minutes. Remove chicken from wok and set aside.
3. In the same wok, add minced garlic and julienned ginger. Stir-fry until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
4. Return the chicken to the wok. Add minced preserved lemon rind and honey. Stir-fry quickly to coat the chicken evenly with the sauce.
5. Add sliced spring onions and stir-fry for another minute. If desired, garnish with fresh lemon slices before serving.

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