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Caramelised Soy Chicken in Garlic Ginger Broth with Rice

A comforting dish that combines rich, savory flavors with a touch of brightness from fresh ingredients, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Comfort Food
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Broth
  • 10 g Fresh Ginger Adds a warm, zesty punch.
  • 10 cloves Garlic Infuses the broth with aromatic richness.
  • 700 ml Chicken Stock Provides a flavorful base.
  • 5 pieces Spring Onions Offers crunch and color.
For the Chicken
  • 8 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs Juicy and tender, they absorb flavors beautifully.
  • 3 tbsp Kecap Manis Adds depth and caramelization.
  • Ground to taste White Pepper For a gentle spiciness.
  • 30 ml Neutral Oil For frying.
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Oil A fragrant finishing touch.
  • 2 tsp Toasted Sesame Seeds Adds a nutty crunch.
  • 70 ml Water To help create a sauce.
For Serving
  • 1 piece Cucumber Fresh and crisp, providing contrast.
  • 500 g Cooked Rice A classic base.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Bash the fresh ginger and garlic cloves to release their essences, then transfer them to a saucepan with the chicken stock and simmer over medium heat.
  2. Trim and slice the spring onions. Add the spring onion whites to the simmering stock.
  3. In a bowl, marinate the chicken thighs with kecap manis, salt, and ground white pepper.
  4. Heat the neutral oil in a frying pan over high heat. Sauté the reserved spring onion greens until wilted.
  5. In the same pan, cook the marinated chicken thighs for about 7-8 minutes until golden brown and caramelized.
  6. Pour in the water from the marinade over the chicken and let it reduce to a thick sauce.
  7. Slice the cucumber thinly and season with salt.
  8. Reheat the cooked rice until fluffy and warm.
Serving
  1. Distribute the rice into bowls and ladle the garlic-ginger broth over the top.
  2. Top with the caramelized chicken and sliced cucumber.
  3. Drizzle with sambal and the sesame spring onion oil before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding lime juice before serving or simmering with more aromatics like star anise.