Homemade Hainanese Chicken Rice

May 14, 2023May 14, 20230 0

Homemade Hainanese Chicken Rice - A classic and flavourful recipe from Singapore

by The Chefin Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

75 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

724

Sugar

Fat

29g

Hainanese Chicken Rice is Singapore's National dish, and it has become one of the country's most beloved dishes. It is a dish that can be found anywhere in Singapore, from the stalls on the street to the more sophisticated restaurants in the city. This dish is a combination of flavors with tender chicken that is packed with flavor, served with fragrant rice that is cooked in rich chicken broth. The Hainanese Chicken Rice is served with complementary sauces like garlic chili sauce, which add further to a flavor profile that is indulgent and fragrant. This dish is perfect for a casual family dinner or any special occasion.

Instructions

1.	Rinse the rice in cold water and drain. Place it in a rice cooker with 2 1/2 cups of water, 1 tsp salt and the pandan leaves. Cook until ready.
2.	In a pot of boiling water, add 1 teaspoon of salt, 10 slices of ginger and 2 spring onion stalks. Lower the chicken carefully into the pot. Bring back to a simmer and cook on medium heat for 25-30 minutes until the chicken is cooked.
3.	Remove the chicken from the pot and dunk it in cold water or ice water. Drain and let it rest for 10 minutes.
4.	Combine 3 tablespoons of sesame oil, 15 slices of ginger and 5 cloves of minced garlic in a pan and cook on medium heat until fragrant.
5.	Serve the chicken on the rice and drizzle over the sesame oil ginger sauce. Serve with garlic chili sauce.

PROS

Homemade Hainanese Chicken Rice is a classic and delicious meal originating from Singapore.

The chicken is poached which makes it a low-fat option packed with flavor.

It’s a balanced meal with carbs, protein and healthy fats that meets your nutritional needs.

CONS

The cooking process is time-consuming if you cook it from scratch.

Chicken thigh or breast can be expensive in some countries, which might be a problem for some people.

This recipe is not suitable for vegetarians or vegans.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Hainanese Chicken Rice provides an excellent source of protein as well as carbohydrates and fat. It is packed with important nutrients like zinc, iron, vitamin B6, and vitamin B12 which support healthy immune function, red blood cell production, and brain function. The dish also contains ginger which can support digestion and has anti-inflammatory properties.

	2 teaspoons salt , divided
	1 whole chicken
	5 cloves garlic , crushed
	20 slices fresh ginger , divided
	2 spring onions , cut into 2-inch pieces
	3 tablespoons sesame oil , divided
	2 3/4 cups white rice
	2 pandan leaves