COLD SESAME CHICKEN
Though completely different from a crisp-skinned, oven-roasted chicken, sometimes a boiled chicken is just the thing, hot or cold. In warm weather, this Chinese-style cold sesame chicken is especially welcome. It's perfect for a picnic or light lunch and can be prepared well in advance of serving.
Provided by David Tanis
Categories dinner, weekday, poultry, main course
Time 1h
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Season chicken with salt and sprinkle with five-spice powder, rubbing seasoning into the flesh.
- Transfer chicken to a soup pot or Dutch oven. Add 4 to 6 cups water, just to cover. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to a bare simmer. Add scallions, ginger slices, star anise and turmeric. Simmer very gently until tender, about 45 minutes.
- Remove chicken to cool on a baking sheet. (For faster cooling, submerge chicken in ice water.) Reserve 1/2 cup cooking liquid.
- Make the glaze: Put soy sauce, sugar, cayenne, garlic, toasted sesame oil, ginger and 1/2 cup cooking liquid in a shallow saucepan or small skillet over medium-high heat. Simmer rapidly until thickened, about 5 minutes. Set aside.
- Chop bone-in chicken into 1-inch chunks with a sharp cleaver or large chef's knife. (Remove bones before chopping, if preferred. If using drumettes or boneless thighs, leave whole.) Arrange chicken on a serving platter.
- Brush glaze onto the meat. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and peanuts. Add chiles (if using), cilantro and scallions. Surround with mustard greens or lettuce leaves, if using. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
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[email protected]I didn't like this recipe. The chicken was tough and the sauce was bland.
Md Romijul Korim
[email protected]This recipe was a little too complicated for me. I think I'll try a simpler one next time.
Leule Sale
[email protected]I thought the sauce was a little too sweet, but overall the dish was good.
jannat Eva
[email protected]The chicken was a little dry, but the sauce was delicious.
Govinda Lamichhane
[email protected]This was my first time making cold sesame chicken and it turned out great! I'll definitely be making it again.
Teddy Spaghetti
[email protected]I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The chicken is tender and the sauce is flavorful.
Naresh Rana
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again.
Hannah Patel
[email protected]The sauce is amazing! I could eat it with a spoon.
Abdul rehman Shafeeq
[email protected]This is my favorite cold sesame chicken recipe. It's easy to make and always turns out delicious.
Nyanzi Diego
[email protected]I love this recipe! The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the sauce is so flavorful.
Patricia Whynce
[email protected]This cold sesame chicken was a hit at my dinner party! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sesame sauce was the perfect balance of sweet and savory.