Chicken He
2 servings
30 minutes
Chicken He is a bright, spicy dish of Korean cuisine that captivates with its rich flavor and aroma of spices. Its roots go back to traditional Korean meat marinating methods, creating a harmony of spiciness, sourness, and savory notes. Tender chicken fillet is marinated with salt and sugar and then infused with vinegar essence for a characteristic spiciness. Onion adds freshness and light sweetness while ground coriander reveals warm, earthy notes. The dish's special charm comes from hot oil with chili pepper, creating a 'burning taste' effect that warms and awakens the appetite. Chicken He pairs perfectly with rice or fresh vegetables.
1
Cut the meat into small pieces, add salt and sugar, and let it sit in the cold for 15 minutes.
- Chicken breast fillet: 400 g
- Sugar: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: to taste
2
Fill with essence, mix. Cut the onion into thin half-rings and mix with the chicken.
- Vinegar essence (concentrated acetic acid): 2 teaspoons
- Onion: 2 heads
3
Roast coriander in a dry pan and crush it.
- Ground coriander: 2 teaspoons
4
Heat vegetable oil in a pan until it smokes, then let it cool slightly and add hot pepper. Mix everything.
- Vegetable oil: 3 tablespoons
- Chili flakes: 0.5 teaspoon