Fragrant chicken with peanuts
4 servings
60 minutes
Peanut chicken is a vibrant and spicy dish that combines the tenderness of chicken fillet with the crunchy texture of fried peanuts. Its flavor is enriched with Eastern notes from soy sauce, ginger, and garlic. Initially similar recipes were popular in Asian cuisine but gained recognition in European cooking over time. Cayenne pepper adds a pleasant spiciness, while starch creates an appetizing crust. This dish is perfect for a cozy family dinner or entertaining guests and pairs well with rice or fresh vegetables, revealing a full range of flavor nuances.
1
Cut the chicken fillet into thin strips, slightly freezing it beforehand. Marinate in soy sauce for half an hour.
- Chicken fillet: 700 g
- Soy sauce: 3 tablespoons
2
Roast the peanuts in a dry pan and remove the shells.
- Peanut: 100 g
3
Once the chicken is marinated, coat the pieces in starch and shake off the excess.
- Starch: 4 tablespoons
4
Heat vegetable oil in a pan, sauté finely chopped cayenne pepper and chicken pieces, stirring constantly, for about 5 minutes on high heat.
- Vegetable oil: 3 tablespoons
- Cayenne pepper: 1 piece
- Chicken fillet: 700 g
5
Add ground ginger, garlic, and peanuts, and sauté for another 5 minutes, stirring continuously.
- Ground ginger: 1 teaspoon
- Garlic: 2 cloves
- Peanut: 100 g
6
Serve with a slotted spoon on a plate.