Experience the bold flavors of China with this Fiery Peanut Chicken Stir-Fry with Bok Choy. A perfect balance of heat, savory, and crunch, this dish is quick to prepare and full of vibrant flavors. Customize the spice level to suit your preference and enjoy a satisfying meal in under 30 minutes.
200–300g Bonelessskinless chicken, cut into bite-size pieces
1tbspCornstarch
1Egg whitelightly beaten
1-2tbspReduced-sodium soy sauce
1tbspChinese rice wine or pale dry sherry
1tbspRice vinegar
2tspto 1 tbsp Hot chili sauce
1tspSugar
3–4 tbsp Unsalted chicken stock or water
1–2 tbsp Vegetable oil
125gBok choytrimmed and cut into 2-inch lengths
4largeCloves garliccrushed
1–4 Dried chilesseeded and chopped, or dried red pepper flakes, to taste
3–4 tbsp Roasted peanuts
Instructies
Start by preparing rice if desired, and place all ingredients within easy reach of the stove.
In a large mixing bowl, sprinkle the chicken pieces with cornstarch, ensuring they are lightly and evenly coated.
Then, thoroughly coat the pieces with the lightly beaten egg white.
In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, Chinese rice wine (or sherry), rice vinegar, hot chili sauce, sugar, and chicken stock (or water) to create the sauce.
Set aside.
Heat a nonstick wok or skillet over high heat.
Add half of the vegetable oil and rotate the wok to coat the sides.
Stir-fry the bok choy for about 1 minute, or until it begins to wilt.
Remove from the wok and set aside.
Reheat the wok over high heat and add the remaining oil.
Stir-fry the crushed garlic and dried chiles for a few seconds until fragrant.
Add the chicken pieces and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes, or until the chicken begins to brown.
Pour in the prepared sauce and stir constantly to mix the ingredients well.
Return the bok choy to the wok, stirring and tossing to heat through and blend the flavors.
Transfer the stir-fried chicken and bok choy to a serving platter and sprinkle with roasted peanuts.
Serve hot with rice.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Wine Advice:
Pair with a light, crisp Riesling or a chilled Chenin Blanc.