Gong Bao Ji Ding (Peanut Chicken)

Gong Bao Ji Ding (Peanut Chicken)


1. In a bowl mix wine, soy sauce, water, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, vinegar, sugar. Set aside.

2. Next toss cubed chicken with egg white and 1 tablespoon cornstarch in a separate bowl. Set aside.

3. Heat up peanut oil in a wok and add the crushed red chilies and whole Sichuan peppercorns. Saute until chillies begin to turn brown. Remove chilies mixture and set aside.

4. Place coated chicken in wok over high heat until browned, about 5 minutes. Remove from wok and set aside.

5. Pour out oil, leaving about a tablespoon in wok, reduce heat, and add ginger, scallions, and garlic and sauté for about 2 minutes.

6. Reduce heat to low and add wine mixture, stirring for about 2 minutes or until sauce thickens.

7. Add chicken, nuts, and chilies mixture. Stir over heat for about 4 minutes.

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