Chinese Chicken

Cooking Chinese chicken may appear simple, but it's also easy to miss the nuances that can transform this dish from being just 'good' to 'excellent'. Common questions around this dish usually revolve around the marination process, choices of sauces, and cooking techniques. One common mistake many home cooks making their Chinese Chicken is not allowing it to marinate for a long enough time. Marination is key to achieving that intense flavor in every bite. Many even skip this step, resulting in a less flavorful dish. Another area where people often go wrong is in choosing the wrong sauces. Authentic Chinese style chicken involves using sauces like soy and oyster. Substituting with local alternatives can impact the authenticity of the flavors. To get the most out of this dish, always ensure to use fresh ingredients. Using fresh ginger and garlic can significantly enhance the taste compared to using canned or pre-packed alternatives. A little-known tip in making this dish more flavorful is adding a dash of sesame oil in the end. The nutty flavor of the sesame oil not only adds an extra layer of taste but it’s also a traditional element in Chinese cooking. Lastly, don't rush the cooking process. Overcooking or high heat cooking can make the chicken tough.