Hainanese Chicken Rice is a delicious and popular dish originating from Hainan, China, but it has become a favorite in many Southeast Asian countries like Singapore and Malaysia
Ingredients:
- 1 whole chicken (about 3-4 pounds)
- 1 thumb-sized piece of ginger, peeled and sliced
- 4-5 garlic cloves, crushed
- Additionally, 2-3 stalks of green onions (spring onions)
- 2 tablespoons of salt
- 2 cups of jasmine rice
- 3 cups of chicken broth (from cooking the chicken)
- 2-3 cloves of garlic, minced
- Furthermore, 1 thumb-sized piece of ginger, minced
- 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil
- Salt to taste
- Cucumber slices
- Fresh cilantro (coriander) leaves
- Red chili sauce or chili paste
- Also, soy sauce or oyster sauce
Instructions:
- Firstly, clean and rinse the whole chicken, both inside and out. Pat it dry with paper towels.
- In a large pot, bring enough water to cover the chicken to a boil. Additionally, add the ginger, garlic, green onions, and salt. Subsequently, place the whole chicken in the pot, breast side down. Lower the heat to a simmer and poach the chicken for about 40-50 minutes or until fully cooked. To check if the chicken is cooked, insert a chopstick or skewer into the thickest part of the chicken thigh; if the juices run clear, it’s done. Remove the chicken from the pot and let it cool. Additionally, keep the chicken broth for later use.
- In a separate pot or rice cooker, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Next, add the minced garlic and ginger, and sauté until fragrant, being careful not to burn them.
- Furthermore, add the jasmine rice to the pot and stir to coat the rice with the oil and aromatics.
- Measure 3 cups of the reserved chicken broth and add it to the rice. Additionally, add salt to taste. Bring it to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let the rice simmer until fully cooked and all the liquid is absorbed (about 15-20 minutes).
- While the rice is cooking, you can prepare the condiments. Consequently, slice the cucumber and set it aside, and wash the cilantro leaves.
- Once the chicken has cooled, rub a little sesame oil over the skin to give it a glossy finish.
- To serve, carve the chicken into pieces. Moreover, arrange it on a serving plate with cucumber slices and cilantro leaves as garnish.
- Serve the Hainanese Chicken Rice with the fragrant rice and a bowl of the chicken broth on the side.
- Finally, enjoy your Hainanese Chicken Rice with your favorite condiments like soy sauce, chili sauce, or oyster sauce.
This dish is delicious and comforting, perfect for sharing with family and friends. In conclusion, don’t hesitate to try this delightful recipe and experience the flavors of Hainanese cuisine!
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