Szechwan Chicken & Peanuts

December 03, 2013

A spicy, savory Asian dish that's easy to make at home.

1 lb uncooked chicken, cubed
2 tbsp cooking sherry or sake
1 tbsp cornstarch
1 tsp salt
1/2 cup chunky peanut butter
1/3 cup soy sauce
2 tbsp sugar
2 tbsp water
2 tbsp parsley (or a big sprinkle of dried)
3-4 cloves minced garlic
6 tbsp vegetable oil
1 tsp tabasco
1/2 tsp crushed red pepper
1 tbsp sliced green onions (scallions)
1 tbsp minced gingerroot
1 cup dry roasted peanuts
2 quarts water
7 oz egg noodles
1/2 pound spinach leaves, rinsed and stemmed

1. Blend wine, cornstarch and salt. Cover chicken with mixture and refrigerate for one hour. 2. Stir peanut butter, soy, sugar, 2 tbsp water, parsley, garlic, 1 tbsp of oil and tabasco sauce. Cover and set...
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Nutritions

Calories
578

Sodium
1457mg
60% DV

Fat
48g
74% DV

Protein
32g
64% DV

Carbs
24g
8% DV

Fiber
7g
31% DV