Szechuan Chicken Recipe

Step 1

First marinade the chicken with sugar, soy sauce, Shao Xing wine, black pepper, baking soda and corn starch. Mix it well to combine evenly and set aside for 15 minutes and prepare the vegetables.

Step 2

To shallow fry the chicken pieces, heat the wok/pan into high heat about 350°F, add oil about 1" high. Add the chicken pieces and fry for 5-6 minutes until crispy golden brown by turning sides. Then remove from oil and set it aside.

Step 3

Leave 2 tablespoon of oil in the wok, add chopped onions and stir fry few seconds with medium-high heat. Then follow with the dried chilli and continue stir fry for another 1 minute.

Step 4

Add chopped garlic,, ginger and stir for few seconds, then follow with the crushed Sichuan peppercorns and toss well with other ingredients.

Step 5

Place the fried chicken back in, pour the soy sauce, Shao Xing wine, sesame oil and sugar. Combine well with everything.

Step 6

Turn off the heat and add spring onions and sesame seeds. Toss well and transfer to serving plate.