Malay Spiced Chicken Stir-Fry |
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 25 Minutes |
Ready In: 35 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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You will need a wok for this recipe. Ingredients:
1 teaspoon ground cumin |
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg |
1 teaspoon turmeric |
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon |
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper |
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice or 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves |
3 tablespoons canola oil |
2 medium onions, chopped |
4 garlic cloves, chopped |
3/4 inch fresh ginger, peeled & chopped |
1/2 lemon peel, grated |
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into strips |
2/3 cup water |
2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar |
1 tablespoon sugar |
1/2 teaspoon salt |
2 -3 cups hot cooked rice |
Directions:
1. Combine all the ingredients for the spice mixture in a small bowl.
2. Heat the wok on medium until warm. Add the spice mixture, cook until lightly toasted & fragrant, stirring frequently.
3. Return spice mixture back the the bowl then turn the heat on high. Drizzle the oil in a wok & heat for 30 seconds.
4. Mix in the vegetables & lemon peel, stir-fry for 5 minutes or until slightly browned. Add in the chicken & spice mixture continue to fry until the chicken is no longer pink.
5. Stir in the water, vinegar, sugar, & salt then bring to a boil. Simmer until half the liquid evaporates & the sauce thickens, stir frequently.
6. Spoon the stir-fry mixture over hot rice & serve immediately.
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