Ingredients and Weight:
- Chicken breast fillets: 500 grams (about 1 pound)
- Teriyaki sauce: 1/2 cup
- Rice vinegar: 2 tablespoons
- Sugar: 3 tablespoons
- Sake (Japanese rice wine): 1 tablespoon
- Sesame oil: 1 tablespoon
- Green onions: 5, chopped
- Carrots: 1 small, sliced thinly
- Brown rice or jasmine rice, cooked: 2 cups for serving
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 20 minutes
- Cooking: 30 minutes
- Total: 50 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Cube the chicken breast fillets into small pieces.
- In a small bowl, mix teriyaki sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, and sake. Set aside.
- Heat a wok or large frying pan over high heat. Add sesame oil.
- Stir-fry chicken pieces until no longer raw, about 5 minutes. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.
- In the same pan, add the carrot slices and stir-fry for 2 minutes.
- Return the chicken to the pan, pour the teriyaki sauce mixture over it, and let it simmer for about 10 minutes or until the sauce thickens.
- Add the chopped green onions and stir through.
- Serve over hot cooked brown rice or jasmine rice.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving)
- Calories: Approximately 400-450 calories depending on the amount of rice served.
- Fat: 12 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Protein: 35 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Teriyaki sauce gives the dish a sweet and savory flavor.
- The dish is hearty and satisfying, making it a great main course for a meal.
- The use of brown rice adds a touch of healthiness and a different texture to the dish.
User Comments:
- "The flavors were amazing! The teriyaki sauce was perfect."
- "I love the combination of sweet and savory in this dish."
- "The brown rice was a great addition, gave it a different texture."
- "Easy to make, even for someone who doesn't cook often."
- "The sesame oil gives it a unique aroma, really enhances the flavor."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use fresh chicken breast fillets for best results.
- Adjust the heat according to your preference; if you like it spicy, you can add a dash of chili flakes or pepper flakes.
- Teriyaki sauce is generally easy to find in most supermarkets, but if not, you can make your own by mixing soy sauce, sugar, and sake.
- Sake (Japanese rice wine) is optional but adds a unique flavor to the sauce. If not available, you can substitute with dry sherry or white wine.