Why Make This Recipe
Mongolian Chicken is a delightful dish that combines savory and sweet flavors. It is quick to prepare, making it a great choice for busy weeknights or casual get-togethers. This dish is packed with tender chicken, colorful vegetables, and a tasty sauce that will satisfy your taste buds. It’s also a great way to introduce new flavors into your home cooking.
How to Make Mongolian Chicken
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast, sliced
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 cup sweet onions, sliced
- 1/2 cup scallions, chopped
- 1/3 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- In a large pan or wok, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
- Add sliced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Add sweet onions and cook until they become translucent.
- Stir in scallions, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve over rice or noodles.
How to Serve Mongolian Chicken
Mongolian Chicken is delicious served over a bed of rice or noodles. You can also pair it with a side of steamed vegetables for a well-rounded meal. Garnishing with extra scallions adds a nice touch and enhances the dish’s flavor.
How to Store Mongolian Chicken
To store Mongolian Chicken, let it cool completely and place it in an airtight container. You can keep it in the refrigerator for up to three days. To reheat, simply warm it in a pan over low heat or in the microwave until fully heated through.
Tips to Make Mongolian Chicken
- Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Fresh garlic and ginger can make a big difference.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less brown sugar according to your taste.
- For extra crunch, consider adding some bell peppers or snap peas to the dish.
Variation
You can also substitute the chicken with tofu for a vegetarian option. Just follow the same cooking steps, and the flavor profile will still shine through.
FAQs
1. Can I use frozen chicken for this recipe?
Yes, you can use frozen chicken, but make sure it’s fully thawed before slicing and cooking.
2. What if I don’t have brown sugar?
You can use white sugar instead of brown sugar if you don’t have it on hand. The flavor will be slightly different but still tasty.
3. Is Mongolian Chicken spicy?
Mongolian Chicken is not traditionally spicy. However, if you enjoy a bit of heat, feel free to add red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce to the dish while cooking.
Mongolian Chicken
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast, sliced Use fresh chicken for the best flavor.
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil For frying.
- 1 cup sweet onions, sliced
- 1/2 cup scallions, chopped Add more for garnish.
- 1/3 cup soy sauce Use low-sodium soy sauce for a healthier option.
- 1/4 cup brown sugar Adjust sweetness according to preference.
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced Fresh garlic enhances flavor.
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced Fresh ginger is recommended.
- to taste Salt and pepper
Instructions
Cooking
- In a large pan or wok, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
- Add sliced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Add sweet onions and cook until they become translucent.
- Stir in scallions, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve over rice or noodles.