Garlicky Chicken and Peanut Stir-fry

Amarante

Thu, Oct 20 2022, 12:16 pm

This was well received - my family likes Asian flavors and although this is far from being authentic the peanut butter sauce, sesame oil and scallions are classic Asian ingredients.

I actually made it with the suggested side salad of carrots. I added the dressing to the carrots but added the avocado last minute as cut avocado tends to degrade quickly especially in a salad with dressing

Garlicky Chicken and Peanut Stir-fry

Source: Deen, Jamie - The Deen Bros. Take It Easy

SERVES 4 TO 6

6 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
1 tablespoon packed dark brown sugar
1½ tablespoons soy sauce
Freshly squeezed juice of 1 lime, plus lime wedges, for serving
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes or to taste
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut crosswise into 2-inch strips
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons peanut or vegetable oil
6 tablespoons thinly sliced scallions (white and light green parts)
2 tablespoons finely chopped garlic
2 tablespoons peeled and finely chopped fresh ginger
Cooked rice, for serving

1. Whisk together the peanut butter, brown sugar, soy sauce, lime juice, red pepper flakes, and ½ cup of water in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce is smooth and completely warmed through.

2. Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Heat the peanut oil in a very large skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 7 minutes, or until golden and the juices run clear when the chicken is pricked with a fork. Add the scallions, garlic, and ginger and cook for 1 minute more.

3. Remove the skillet from the heat, pour in the peanut butter mixture, and toss with the chicken. Serve hot with the rice.

Avocado and Carrot Salad with Sesame Dressing

SERVES 4 TO 6

6 tablespoons peanut oil
¼ cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons sesame oil
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
2 avocados, halved, peeled, pitted, and cubed
1 pound carrots, peeled and grated (about 4 cups)
½ cup chopped fresh cilantro

1. To make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the peanut oil, soy sauce, sesame oil, and lime juice.

2. In a large bowl, combine the avocados, carrots, and cilantro. Toss with the dressing before serving.