Velveting Chicken Breast, Chinese Restaurant Style

Ingredients and Weight:

• Chicken breast fillets: 500 grams (about 1 pound)
• All-purpose flour: 1/2 cup
• Egg white: 2
• Salt: 1 teaspoon
• White pepper: 1/4 teaspoon
• Cooking oil: for frying
• Ginger: 1 tablespoon (sliced)
• Green onions: 3-4 (chopped)
• Chicken broth or water: 1 cup
• Soy sauce: 2 tablespoons
• Sugar: 1 teaspoon (optional)

Preparation Time:

• Preparation: 20 minutes
• Cooking: 30 minutes
• Total: 50 minutes

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Cut chicken breast into thin slices.
2. In a bowl, mix flour, egg white, salt, and white pepper to make a smooth paste. Add chicken slices and mix well to coat.
3. Heat enough cooking oil in a pan for frying. Fry the chicken slices until they turn golden brown and crisp. Remove and drain.
4. In a separate pot, boil chicken broth or water. Add ginger, green onions, soy sauce, and sugar (if using). Simmer for 5 minutes.
5. Add the fried chicken slices to the pot and cook for another 10-15 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked and the sauce has thickened.
6. Serve hot with rice or as a main dish in a Chinese-style restaurant setting.

Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 total servings)

• Calories: 350-400 (depending on the amount of oil used for frying)
• Protein: 30-35 grams
• Fat: 15-20 grams (most of it from the frying oil)
• Carbohydrates: 20-25 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• The chicken is tender and velvety due to the unique coating and cooking method.
• The sauce is rich and flavorful, with a balance of sweet and salty flavors.
• The dish is a perfect blend of Chinese and American cooking techniques, making it appealing to both cultures.

User Comments:

1. "The chicken was so tender and juicy, I could barely believe it was from a supermarket chicken breast." - John Doe
2. "The sauce was so flavorful and the dish was a perfect blend of Chinese and American flavors." - Jane Smith
3. "I love how easy this dish is to make, yet it tastes like it came from a high-end Chinese restaurant." - Michael Johnson

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use fresh chicken breast for best results. Frozen chicken may not have the same tenderness.
• Adjust the amount of soy sauce and sugar according to your taste preference. You can also add a dash of sesame oil for an authentic Chinese flavor.
• Be careful not to overcook the chicken, as it may become tough. Simmering for the recommended time is key to achieving the velvety texture.