Chinese Hot and Spicy Chicken (Ma La Tze Gee)

May 19, 2023May 19, 20230 1
Chinese Hot and Spicy Chicken (Ma La Tze Gee) Recipe
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 tablespoons oil
1 scallion
2 -3 hot peppers
1 tablespoon shredded ginger
1 tablespoon sherry wine
2 tablespoons light soy sauce
2 lbs fryer
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon light soy sauce
2 tablespoons wine vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 -2 teaspoon anise pepper
1 tablespoon cornstarch

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
422
Sugar
2g
Fat
28g
Chinese Hot and Spicy Chicken (Ma La Tze Gee) is a popular Sichuan-style dish that's usually eaten with rice. It's known for its bold and fiery flavors that come from a combination of hot peppers, ginger, and anise pepper. The dish is particularly popular in China during the colder months as it's believed to help keep the body warm. It's a favorite among spice lovers and can be adjusted to suit individual preferences.

Instructions

1.Heat up a wok or skillet over high heat. Add oil to the wok and swirl to coat. Add scallion, hot peppers, and shredded ginger. Stir-fry until fragrant.
2.Add sherry wine and 2 tablespoons of light soy sauce and mix well.
3.Add fryer pieces and stir-fry until the chicken is evenly coated with the sauce.
4.Add chicken broth, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, wine vinegar, sugar, salt, and anise pepper. Stir everything together.
5.Cover and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
6.Mix cornstarch with a little cold water to make a slurry. Add it to the wok and stir gently until the sauce thickens. Serve hot with rice.

PROS

This Chinese Hot and Spicy Chicken (Ma La Tze Gee) recipe is easy to make and packed with bold flavors and heat.

It’s perfect for those who love spicy food and want to try something different.

CONS

This dish can be very spicy for some and may not be suitable for those with sensitive digestion or who cannot tolerate spicy food.

Also, the use of deep frying may not be the healthiest cooking method.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is high in protein which is great for building and repairing tissues in the body.
The use of spices like ginger, anise pepper, and hot peppers may have anti-inflammatory, digestion-boosting, and immune-boosting properties. However, it also contains high sodium, so it should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

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