Name: Asian style caramelized chicken
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 Servings
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 4 piece Chicken breast; 2 c. à soupe Vegetable oil; 3 c. à soupe Soy sauce; 2 c. à soupe Honey; 2 c. à soupe Brown sugar; 2 clove Garlic clove(s); 1 c. à soupe Grated ginger; 1 c. à soupe Rice vinegar; 1 c. à café Chili flake; Sesame seeds; Green onion(s)

Asian style caramelized chicken is a dish that I discovered a few years ago during a trip to Southeast Asia. I was immediately seduced by the combination of sweet, salty and spicy flavors, and I sought to recreate this dish once I returned home. After several trials, I developed this recipe, which has become a staple of my cuisine. Each ingredient plays a crucial role in the balance of flavors. Chicken breasts, cut into strips, provide a protein and tender base. Vegetable oil allows them to brown in the pan, creating a light crust. Soy sauce brings the salty and umami touch, while honey and brown sugar sweeten the whole and contribute to caramelization. Grated garlic and ginger infuse the sauce with their powerful and warming aromas. Rice vinegar adds a tangy note that balances the sweetness. Finally, chili flakes bring a touch of heat, which you can adjust to your preference. Sesame seeds and chopped green onions, added when serving, provide a touch of texture and freshness. The use of Thermomix® greatly facilitates the preparation of the sauce. In a few seconds, all the ingredients are mixed homogeneously. However, it is important not to mix for too long, so as not to over-grind the garlic and ginger. If you don't have a Thermomix®, you can simply mix the sauce ingredients in a bowl. Cooking the chicken in the pan is a crucial step to obtain a perfect texture. It is important not to overload the pan, so that the chicken can brown properly. Once the chicken is cooked, the caramelization of the sauce requires careful monitoring. Stir regularly to prevent the sauce from burning. For a vegetarian or vegan version, you can replace the chicken with firm tofu cut into cubes or shiitake mushrooms. In this case, it may be necessary to adjust the cooking time. You can also vary the spices by adding a pinch of Chinese five-spice or a little Sichuan pepper. This caramelized chicken goes perfectly with fragrant white rice, stir-fried noodles or crunchy vegetables such as broccoli, green beans or peppers. You can also accompany it with an Asian cabbage salad. Caramelized chicken can be stored in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 days. It can be reheated in a pan or microwave. You can also prepare the sauce in advance and store it in the refrigerator for several days. Just cook the chicken and coat it with sauce when serving.

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Preparation of the sauce

Cooking the chicken in the pan

Caramelization of the sauce

Coating the chicken

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