In the culinary world, "big bowl kung pao chicken" stands as a testament to the tantalizing fusion of bold flavors, vibrant colors, and a satisfying crunch. This dish, rooted in the rich traditions of Chinese cuisine, offers a symphony of textures and tastes that dance upon the palate, leaving a lasting impression. As you embark on a journey to discover the best recipe for this culinary delight, let us guide you through the intricacies of ingredients, techniques, and variations that will elevate your cooking experience.
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KUNG PAO CHICKEN
Spicy chicken with peanuts, similar to what is served in Chinese restaurants. It is easy to make, and you can be as sloppy with the measurements as you want. They reduce to a nice, thick sauce. Substitute cashews for peanuts, or bamboo shoots for the water chestnuts. You can't go wrong! Enjoy!
Provided by Arlena
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian Chinese
Time 1h30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- To Make Marinade: Combine 1 tablespoon wine, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon oil and 1 tablespoon cornstarch/water mixture and mix together. Place chicken pieces in a glass dish or bowl and add marinade. Toss to coat. Cover dish and place in refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
- To Make Sauce: In a small bowl combine 1 tablespoon wine, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon oil, 1 tablespoon cornstarch/water mixture, chili paste, vinegar and sugar. Mix together and add green onion, garlic, water chestnuts and peanuts. In a medium skillet, heat sauce slowly until aromatic.
- Meanwhile, remove chicken from marinade and saute in a large skillet until meat is white and juices run clear. When sauce is aromatic, add sauteed chicken to it and let simmer together until sauce thickens.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 436.5 calories, Carbohydrate 25.3 g, Cholesterol 65.9 mg, Fat 23.3 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 34.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 595.6 mg, Sugar 6.8 g
KUNG PAO CHICKEN II (COPYCAT)
I'm hoping this is as good as the Kung Pao Shrimp I had at PF Chang's! There's been a lot of comments about this being salty. You might want to omit the salt and use low salt ingredients.
Provided by marisk
Categories Chicken
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Combine chicken, salt, egg white, and cornstarch. Mix well by hand and set aside.
- In a small bowl, blend all sauce ingredients. Set aside.
- Add 2 tablespoons oil to heated wok and stir fry chicken. Cook the chicken until it's golden to golden brown on each side. Remove to serving bowl.
- Add 2 more tablespoons oil to same wok.
- Toss peanuts and chili peppers in the wok and stir fry until peppers turn dark red.
- Remove from wok and add to chicken. Lower Heat. If necessary, add more oil.
- Stir fry green onions and garlic for several seconds. (Do not let garlic burn.).
- Return chicken, peanuts and peppers to wok and stir fry a few seconds to combine.
- Add water chestnuts and combined sauce ingredients and stir fry till heated through and thickened (less than a minute).
- Serve over rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 550.8, Fat 34.2, SaturatedFat 5.8, Cholesterol 119.2, Sodium 1220.7, Carbohydrate 13.2, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 3.5, Protein 45.8
BIG BOWL'S KUNG PAO CHICKEN (COPYCAT)
Make and share this Big Bowl's Kung Pao Chicken (Copycat) recipe from Food.com.
Provided by marlowen
Categories Chicken
Time 40m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Marinate chicken breast with corn starch and sesame oil, and let sit at least 30 minutes.
- Heat wok or heavy skillet, and add chicken breast.
- Stir until the meat changes color, and remove to drain.
- Pour off all but 1/4 cup of the oil.
- Add the dried chilies, and cook until they begin to blacken and smoke.
- Add the scallion whites and garlic, and stir briefly.
- Add 5 tablespoons of the sauce mixture, and cook until it begins to boil.
- Add the chicken pieces, and toss to coat.
- When piping hot, remove from heat, stir in the peanuts, then the coriander leaves, and serve with rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 467.8, Fat 40.7, SaturatedFat 7.3, Cholesterol 36.5, Sodium 503.6, Carbohydrate 11.2, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 6, Protein 16.3
EASY KUNG PAO CHICKEN
Sweet, sour and a little spicy, this meal tastes like home - specifically the home of Pearl Han, a talented Taiwanese American cook who naturally streamlined dishes while raising three kids and managing a busy career. Her younger daughter, Grace Han, shared this recipe: "quick, easy and my mom's favorite." Dried chiles sizzle in oil first to impart heat to the whole dish, then chicken browns in a single layer - no high-heat stir-frying necessary - to create a tasty caramelized crust before the pieces are flipped together. Coated in a dead-simple kung pao sauce that delivers the dish's signature salty tang, the chicken begs to be spooned over steamed rice. Serve with stir-fried vegetables as well for a complete meal.
Provided by Genevieve Ko
Categories dinner, weeknight, poultry, main course
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Mix the chicken, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 teaspoon cornstarch, and a big pinch of salt and pepper in a bowl until evenly coated. Let sit while you prepare the sauce.
- Stir the vinegar, sugar, remaining 2 tablespoons soy sauce and 1 teaspoon cornstarch in a small bowl.
- Combine the oil and chiles in a wok or large nonstick skillet, and set over medium heat. When the chiles start to sizzle and brown, about 15 seconds, push them to one side of the pan. Add the chicken to the other side all at once and spread in a single, even layer. Cook, without moving the pieces, until the bottoms are dark golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes. If the chiles start to blacken, put them on top of the chicken so that they don't burn.
- Using a large spatula, flip the chicken in portions. Cook just until the meat almost loses all of its pinkness, 1 to 2 minutes more. Stir the sauce and pour it into the pan. Stir until the sauce thickens and slicks the chicken evenly. Immediately transfer to a plate and serve hot.
KUNG PAO CHICKEN
Steps:
- Marinade: In a non-reactive bowl, prepare the marinade. Combine the rice wine, peanut oil, soy sauce, salt and cornstarch. Stir in the chicken pieces and refrigerate for 20 to 30 minutes.
- Sauce: In a small bowl, combine the ingredients for the sauce. Set aside.
- Over high heat, in a wok, bring the peanut oil to almost smoking temperature. Stir-fry the chilies, ginger, garlic and white part of the green onions for 30 to 40 seconds, or until the chilies turn dark. Add the chicken and stir-fry for 1 to 2 minutes, until golden in color.
- Add the sauce and bring to a boil. Add the peanuts. Thicken with the slurry and continue to cook until glossy. Transfer to a serving plate and garnish with julienne green onions.
CRISPY KUNG PAO CHICKEN
This is an easy recipe. The chicken is extra crispy with out being greasy and the sauce is excellent. Serve with hot cooked white rice.
Provided by tristin
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian
Time 45m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Heat 1 quart of vegetable oil in a deep-fryer or electric skillet to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Toss chicken with beaten egg in a bowl until coated. Place the panko in a shallow dish, then drop the egg coated chicken pieces into the panko one at a time, and roll to coat; set aside.
- Deep fry the chicken pieces in the hot oil until golden brown on all sides, 4 to 5 minutes. Remove the chicken to drain on a paper towel, and keep warm.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a wok over high heat. Stir in garlic, ginger, green onion, and red pepper flakes. Cook and stir until the garlic and ginger begin to turn golden brown, then pour in the soy sauce, rice vinegar, and brown sugar. Bring to a boil. Dissolve cornstarch in water, then stir into the boiling sauce to thicken. Cook and stir until the sauce clears, about 45 seconds.
- Toss the fried chicken with the sauce and peanuts in the wok to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1017.9 calories, Carbohydrate 67.8 g, Cholesterol 162.2 mg, Fat 71.3 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 43.8 g, SaturatedFat 10.7 g, Sodium 3270.5 mg, Sugar 15.8 g
Tips:
- To save time on prep, buy pre-cut chicken and vegetables.
- If you don't have Shaoxing wine, you can substitute dry sherry or white wine.
- Don't have chili oil? You can make your own by heating up some vegetable oil and adding some chili flakes.
- If you like your Kung Pao chicken extra spicy, add an extra teaspoon of chili oil or chili flakes.
- Serve Kung Pao chicken over rice or noodles.
Conclusion:
Kung Pao chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual party. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a restaurant-quality meal that the whole family will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and tasty recipe, give Kung Pao chicken a try.
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