Main Dishes

Velvet Garlic and Peanut Chicken Stir Fry

December 10, 2013

The velvety chicken and tangy garlic sauce combines with crunchy vegetables and peanuts are a perfect combination. This is one of my favorite stir fry recipes that I started by throwing a bunch of stuff i a wok and perfecting over the years!

For the marinade:
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoons Shaoxing wine (or white wine if not available)
1/2 tablespoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into 3/4" pieces
For the sauce:
6 cloves minced garlic (about 1 1/2 tablespoons)
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
1 tablespoons Shaoxing wine (or white wine if not available)
1 tablespoon Chinese black vinegar (or distilled white vinegar if not available)
1/2 tablespoon Sichuan fermented chili-bean paste (or Asian chili-garlic sauce not available) (less if you don't like spice)
2 teaspoons sugar
1 tablespoon oyster sauce
1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1/2 tablespoon cornstarch
For the stir fry:
1 tablespoon peanut oil
1/2 cup roasted unsalted peanuts
2 tablespoons vegetable or sesame oil, divided
1 red onion, sliced in 1/2" pieces
1 cup mushrooms, slced in 1/2" slices
1 red or yellow pepper, cut into 1/2- 3/4" pieces
1 cup broccoli crowns, cut in 1" pieces
1/2 cup carrots, but into 1/4 thin slices, or baby carrots halved

In a small to medium bowl, mix al ingredients for the marinade except chicken and mix well until it's fully combines. Add chicken and stir to coat well. Place in refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, and up...
See the full directions on my site

Nutritions

Calories
385

Sodium
588mg
24% DV

Fat
32g
50% DV

Protein
8g
17% DV

Carbs
10g
3% DV

Fiber
2g
8% DV

PER SERVING ^*

% DAILY VALUE^*

Fat

Saturated Fat 19g 97%

Polysaturated Fat 2g 17%

Monosaturated Fat 10g 66%

Cholesterol 76mg 25%

Sodium 588mg 24%

Potassium 237mg 6%

Protein 8g 17%

% DAILY VALUE^*

Total Carbohydrate

Fiber 2g 8%

Sugar 3g 6%

Vitamin A 2065IU 41%

Vitamin B6 0.41mg 20%

Vitamin C 3mg 6%

Calcium 38mg 3%

Iron 1mg 5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Similar Recipes

Sweet Potato Cookies

959

https://www.healthylifetrainer.com/sweet-potato-cookies/

My sweet potato cookies have a soft and chewy texture; they are made with sweet potato, butter and semolina along with other few ingredients.

Full recipe here: Sweet Potato Cookies

See the full directions on my site

Royal Seafood Amok

453

Amongst the signature dishes in Cambodia, the Royal Seafood Amok is a must-try delicacy full of distinct flavours and textures. Some believe this steamed fish curry dish originated during the Khmer Empire, with its preparation method being passed down from generation to generation. Today, it is one of the most popular local dishes served at both budget eateries and refined restaurants at properties such as Anantara Angkor Resort. The term "amok" refers to the steaming process and the resulting culinary creation has a custard-like texture as well as a heavenly combination of being both spicy and sweet. If you can't wait to try this delectable delight, here is a recipe so you can prepare and enjoy Royal Seafood Amok at home.

Ingredient Serves 2:
50 grams Bar Fish
50 grams Tiger Prawns
50 grams Squid
01 tablespoon Coconut Oil
1/4 tablespoons Prahok or Shrimp Paste
cup Coconut Milk
20 grams Young Noni Leaves, Finely Sliced
01 Kaffir Lime Leaves
1/2 cup Sugar
1 tablespoon Salt
01 Egg
1/4 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
2 Dried Chilies, Soak, Seedless, Finely Chopped
2 Banana Leaf Cups or Young Coconut Shells (if you like to serve the dish inside them)
Kroeung Paste:
3 Garlic Cloves, Finely Chopped
2 Shallots
3 Lemongrass Stalks
1 Small Piece Galangal
1 Small Piece Fresh Turmeric
2 Kaffir Lime Leaves

Method of Preparation

01.To make the kroeung paste, pound galangal, kaffir lime leaves, turmeric and lemongrass until coarse. Add shallots and garlic and pound them till they are...
See the full directions on my site

Nutritions

Calories
1417

Sodium
9221mg
384% DV

Fat
57g
88% DV

Protein
37g
74% DV

Carbs
171g
58% DV

Fiber
17g
71% DV

PER SERVING ^*

% DAILY VALUE^*

Fat

Saturated Fat 30g 152%

Polysaturated Fat 8g 51%

Monosaturated Fat 19g 119%

Cholesterol 516mg 173%

Sodium 9221mg 384%

Potassium 3660mg 104%

Protein 37g 74%

% DAILY VALUE^*

Total Carbohydrate

Fiber 17g 71%

Sugar 111g 223%

Vitamin A 5764IU 115%

Vitamin B6 3mg 173%

Vitamin C 371mg 619%

Calcium 957mg 95%

Iron 11mg 63%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Mohinga

242

An essential part of Myanmar cuisine, Mohinga is a traditional breakfast dish consisting of fish broth with rice noodles served with split pea fritters, hard-boiled egg, fish sauce, chilli and coriander. It is considered the national dish across the country and the most popular morning choice. Generally, Mohinga is sold by street hawkers who carry a large wooden pole on their shoulders balancing various elements of the dish on either side as they go from city to city; this dish is also sold as a Yangon Brunch at street-side stalls as well as restaurants. Each bowl of Mohinga offers a completely unique and individual culinary experience in Myanmar and now you can try making it at home as well.

Noodles:
lb. Uncooked Rice Noodles
Both:
03 Litres Water
06 Cloves Garlic
½ tsp Turmeric
02 tsp Salt
03 Stalks Lemongrass, Cut Into 3-Inch Pieces
01 Scaled and Gutted Catfish (About 3 Pounds)
02 Ounce Piece of Ginger, Thickly Sliced Crosswise Into Slabs
For the Soup:
1/3 Cup Vegetable Oil
01 Stalk Minced Lemongrass
¼ Cup Minced Garlic
01 tsp Turmeric
1 ½ tsp Ground Black Pepper
03 tbsp Minced Ginger
01 tbsp Paprika
02 tbsp Roasted Rice Powder
½ Cup Young Banana Stem or Banana Blossom Sliced
¼ Cup Fish Sauce
3 ½ Cups Diced Red Onions
A Pinch of Salt
Serving:
01 lb Cooked Rice Noodles
½ Cup Coriander, Coarsely Chopped
06 Hard-Boiled Eggs, Sliced
12 Yellow Split Pea Fritters, Broken Into Small Pieces
02 Limes, Cut Into Wedges
03 Thinly Sliced Red Onions
Crushed Red Pepper

Method of Preparation

01.To make the broth, put the fish in a large wide pot and add the water, lemongrass, turmeric and salt and bring to a boil. Lower the heat and simmer for 15...
See the full directions on my site

Nutritions

Calories
4221

Sodium
14991mg
624% DV

Fat
130g
201% DV

Protein
187g
375% DV

Carbs
601g
204% DV

Fiber
55g
223% DV

PER SERVING ^*

% DAILY VALUE^*

Fat

Saturated Fat 80g 400%

Polysaturated Fat 18g 117%

Monosaturated Fat 31g 199%

Cholesterol 495mg 166%

Sodium 14991mg 624%

Potassium 5475mg 156%

Protein 187g 375%

% DAILY VALUE^*

Total Carbohydrate

Fiber 55g 223%

Sugar 94g 189%

Vitamin A 14826IU 296%

Vitamin B6 12mg 606%

Vitamin C 210mg 351%

Calcium 934mg 93%

Iron 23mg 130%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Chicken Noodle Casserole

Make this cheesy Chicken Noodle Casserole from scratch with simple, wholesome ingredients. The egg noodles, vegetables and tender chicken come together in a creamy sauce with a buttery Ritz cracker topping. Add a salad and corn muffins or biscuits for an easy dinner any night of the week!

2 c uncooked wide egg noodles
6 T salted butter
1/2 c diced carrot
1/2 c diced celery
1/2 c diced onion
1 clove garlic
1/4 c all purpose flour
1 c milk
2 c chicken broth
1.5 t fresh thyme leaves ( or .5 t dried thyme )
2 c shredded cooked chicken
1 c grated cheddar cheese
1 c frozen peas
3/4 c Ritz cracker crumbs
salt and pepper ( to taste )

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 9 x 9-inch baking dish (or other 2 ½ -quart baking dish) with cooking spray and set aside.
Cook the noodles in a large pot of salted boiling water...
See the full directions on my site

Nutritions

Calories
1326

Sodium
2090mg
87% DV

Fat
67g
103% DV

Protein
72g
145% DV

Carbs
96g
32% DV

Fiber
11g
45% DV

PER SERVING ^*

% DAILY VALUE^*

Fat

Saturated Fat 31g 157%

Polysaturated Fat 13g 83%

Monosaturated Fat 22g 142%

Cholesterol 251mg 84%

Sodium 2090mg 87%

Potassium 1084mg 30%

Protein 72g 145%

% DAILY VALUE^*

Total Carbohydrate

Fiber 11g 45%

Sugar 16g 32%

Vitamin A 3143IU 62%

Vitamin B6 1mg 83%

Vitamin C 18mg 31%

Calcium 679mg 67%

Iron 8mg 44%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Carrot Onion Salad

106

www.meenuskitchen.com

Try it

See the full directions on my site

Learn how to make Carrot onion salad .

Homemade Beetroot Halwa

104

This beetroot halwa is wonderfully easy, positively addicting, finger-licking good, perfectly sweetened and there is ONE SECRET TIP to make it even more creamy and delicious! If you never made homemade beetroot halwa before, you are going to be amazed!

Please Check:-https://www.nithisclickncook.com/beet-root-halwa/

See the full directions on my site

Healthy Zucchini Bread Recipe

107

Zucchini bread is an extremely healthy breakfast and a snack. It takes minimal prep and is loaded with the goodies of green veggies which we can't seem to have enough of! It has an amazing flavour and a soft spongy texture that leaves you craving for more!

Please Check:- https://www.nithisclickncook.com/zucchini-recipe/

See the full directions on my site

Loading more delicious recipes

Velvet Garlic and Peanut Chicken Stir Fry

The velvety chicken and tangy garlic sauce combines with crunchy vegetables and peanuts are a perfect combination. This is one of my favorite stir fry recipes that I started by throwing a bunch of stuff i a wok and perfecting over the years!

Similar Recipes

How to Make Stuffing From Scratch

mushroom, black bean and quinoa burgers with vegan aioli

Healthy pumpkin waffles - Family Food on the Table

Sweet Potato Cookies

My sweet potato cookies have a soft and chewy texture; they are made with sweet potato, butter and semolina along with other few ingredients.

Royal Seafood Amok

Mohinga

Chicken Noodle Casserole

Make this cheesy Chicken Noodle Casserole from scratch with simple, wholesome ingredients. The egg noodles, vegetables and tender chicken come together in a creamy sauce with a buttery Ritz cracker topping. Add a salad and corn muffins or biscuits for an easy dinner any night of the week!

Carrot Onion Salad

Homemade Beetroot Halwa

This beetroot halwa is wonderfully easy, positively addicting, finger-licking good, perfectly sweetened and there is ONE SECRET TIP to make it even more creamy and delicious! If you never made homemade beetroot halwa before, you are going to be amazed!

Healthy Zucchini Bread Recipe

Zucchini bread is an extremely healthy breakfast and a snack. It takes minimal prep and is loaded with the goodies of green veggies which we can't seem to have enough of! It has an amazing flavour and a soft spongy texture that leaves you craving for more!

Recipe of the Day

Sweet Potato, Kale And Chickpea Soup

Subscribe to newsletter