Yeo Kyung-ok's Jajang Sauce Chicken Stir-Fry

Chicken thigh meat coated in starch and quickly cooked to retain moisture is stir-fried with a spicy-sweet homemade jajang sauce and served alongside crisp lettuce for a Chinese-style chicken dish.

Ingredients needed 2 servings

Recipe

Cooking tips

  • Coating chicken with starch before cooking helps retain moisture, resulting in a much juicier and tender texture.
  • Increasing doubanjiang will make the dish spicier, but also saltier—adjust by reducing chunjang or soy sauce slightly to maintain balance.
  • After adding the sauce, avoid prolonged boiling; instead, stir-fry quickly over high heat to keep the chicken juicy and the lettuce crisp.

Recommended for

  • Those looking to enjoy a Chinese-style dish with a savory jajang sauce twist instead of a typical chicken stir-fry.
  • People seeking a unique chicken appetizer that pairs perfectly with lettuce wraps.

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