Joi Gai — Drunken Chicken

May 19, 2023May 19, 20230 2
Joi Gai - Drunken Chicken Recipe
in Poultry

Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 chicken breasts , with skin and bones intact ( 2 pounds )
6 cups cold water
2 scallions , trimmed and cut in half
1/3 cup fresh cilantro , cut into 3-inch pieces ( leaves and stems )
2 small onions , cut in quarters
1 inch ginger , lightly smashed
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon sugar
2 tablespoons shaoxing wine or 2 tablespoons sherry wine
white pepper , to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
260
Sugar
2g
Fat
13g
Joi Gai, also known as drunken chicken, is a famous Chinese dish that originated in the Jiangsu province of China. The dish is called drunken chicken because it’s cooked with shaoxing wine, which is believed to make the chicken ‘drunk’. The chicken is marinated in a mixture of wine, water, scallions, cilantro, onions, and ginger, before being poached in this flavorful broth. The result is a deliciously tender and juicy chicken that is infused with the flavors of the marinade. This dish can be served warm or cold and is a crowd-pleaser at any gathering.

Instructions

1.Rinse and pat dry chicken breasts
2.In a deep pan, add water, scallions, cilantro, onions, ginger, salt, sugar, and shaoxing wine
3.Bring mixture to a boil and add chicken breasts
4.Reduce heat to low and cover pan, allowing chicken to cook for 20-25 minutes or until fully cooked
5.Remove chicken from pan and allow it to cool before cutting it into bite-sized pieces
6.Serve chicken with white pepper and additional cilantro leaves if desired

PROS

Joi Gai is a flavorful and aromatic dish that is easy to prepare and perfect for a quick and healthy meal.
It can be served alone or with rice.

The Shaoxing wine enhances the flavor of the chicken and gives it a sweet and mild taste perfect for kids and adults.

CONS

The cook should be careful not to overcook the chicken as it can become dry.

The recipe uses Shaoxing wine, which can be difficult to find in some locations.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Joi Gai is a low-fat and low-calorie dish that is also low in carbohydrates.
Chicken breasts are an excellent source of protein which may help to control blood sugar levels, reduce inflammation, and improve bone health.
The dish also contains ginger, which is loaded with antioxidants and has anti-inflammatory properties.

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