Chinese recipes |
Spicy Chicken Stir-Fry With Peanuts |
Marinade: 1 large egg white 1 tablespoon sugar 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/8 teaspoon freshly-ground black pepper 1/2 teaspoon cornstarch 1 pound skinless boneless chicken breast meat -- cut into 1/2" dice Stir Fry: 2 cups vegetable oil 3/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 2 teaspoons balsamic or black Chinese vinegar 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1/8 teaspoon sugar 1 teaspoon cornstarch -- dissolved in 2 tablespoons water 1/3 cup unsalted roasted peanuts 1 tablespoon minced fresh coriander Cooked white rice -- for serving |
To make the marinade: Mix the egg white, sugar, soy sauce, salt, pepper, and cornstarch together in a medium bowl. Add the chicken pieces and set aside to marinate for 15 minutes. |