三杯鸡 (San Bei Ji)

三杯鸡 (San Bei Ji)

三杯鸡 (sahn bay jee)

Three Cup Chicken

Prep Time 40 minutes
📈 Difficulty Easy
👥 Servings
4

A Taiwanese and Jiangxi classic braised with equal parts sesame oil, soy sauce, and rice wine. Finished with handfuls of fresh Thai basil that wilt into the glossy sauce.

Nutrition & Info

349 kcal per serving
Protein 20.2g
Carbs 33.0g
Fat 14.9g
Protein Carbs Fat

Dietary

gluten-free

Allergen Warnings

⚠ soy ⚠ sesame

Equipment Needed

clay pot

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat sesame oil in a clay pot and fry ginger and garlic until golden.

  2. 2

    Add chicken pieces and sear until browned on all sides.

  3. 3

    Pour in soy sauce and rice wine, bring to a boil.

  4. 4

    Reduce heat, cover, and braise for twenty minutes until sauce is thick.

  5. 5

    Toss in fresh basil leaves, stir until wilted, and serve in the clay pot.

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Did You Know?

The three cups originally referred to one cup each of lard, soy sauce, and rice wine, but modern versions substitute sesame oil for lard.

Chef's Notes

Equipment Tips

  • clay pot

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