Chinese

Dongbei Chicken Stewed with Mushrooms

“A rich stew where succulent chicken and earthy mushrooms intertwine with aromatic spices, creating a cozy embrace of flavors.”

Chicken

Hazel Mushroom

Sweet Potato Noodle

Ginger

scallions

Soy Sauce

Chinese·Dongbei

Medium1.5 hours

Where it comes from

This dish is a staple of Dongbei cuisine, embodying the robust and hearty flavors favored in the cold northeastern climate. It is traditionally prepared as a family meal, symbolizing unity and warmth during the harsh winters.

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What goes into it

How it's made

1
Chop the chicken into bite-sized pieces and soak the hazel mushrooms until soft.
2
In a pot, sauté sliced ginger and scallions until fragrant, then add chicken pieces to brown.
3
Pour in soy sauce and rice wine, stirring to coat the chicken evenly.
4
Add soaked mushrooms and their soaking liquid, along with star anise to the pot.
5
Simmer on low heat, allowing flavors to meld, until chicken is tender and the stew is rich.
6
Towards the end of cooking, add sweet potato noodles and let them soak in the stew until tender.

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