Moo Shu Chicken
A delightful stir-fry of chicken, vegetables, and savory sauces, wrapped in tortillas or served over rice, bringing warmth and nostalgia to every gathering.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound Chicken breast, sliced into thin strips Easier to cut when slightly frozen.
- 2 cups Cabbage, shredded Fresh and colorful for better presentation.
- 1 cup Mushrooms, sliced
- 2 Eggs, beaten Use a fork for fluffiness when cooked.
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Hoisin sauce
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Ginger, minced
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil For stir-frying.
- Flour tortillas, Chinese pancakes, or rice, for serving Tortillas work well for wrapping.
Instructions
Preparation
- Slice 1 pound of chicken breast into thin strips.
- In a bowl, combine 3 tablespoons of soy sauce, 2 tablespoons of hoisin sauce, 2 minced cloves of garlic, and 1 teaspoon of minced ginger. Place the chicken strips in the mixture and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Shred 2 cups of cabbage and slice 1 cup of mushrooms.
- Beat 2 eggs in a small bowl until well mixed.
Cooking
- Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the marinated chicken strips and stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes until cooked through and slightly browned.
- Add the shredded cabbage and sliced mushrooms to the skillet. Stir and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender yet crisp.
- Push the chicken and vegetables to one side of the skillet. Pour the beaten eggs into the other side and scramble them until fully cooked. Mix everything together.
- Serve with warm flour tortillas, Chinese pancakes, or rice.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for enhanced flavor. Optional: add red pepper flakes or sriracha for heat. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days; best reheated on the stove.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 900mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6g
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