Cold Wine-Infused Chicken

Ingredients

• 1 whole chicken (about 1.5 kg / 3.3 lbs) 1 whole chicken (about 1.5 kg / 3.3 lbs)
• 2 cups (480 ml) rice wine 2 cups (480 ml) rice wine
• 1/4 cup (60 ml) soy sauce 1/4 cup (60 ml) soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons ginger, grated 2 tablespoons ginger, grated
• 4 cloves garlic, minced 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon sugar 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon salt
• Fresh herbs (cilantro or green onions) for garnish Fresh herbs (cilantro or green onions) for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories: 250 kcal / 1046 KJ
• Fat: 12g (Saturated Fat: 3g)
• Carbohydrates: 2g (Sugars: 0g)
• Protein: 30g
• Fiber: 0g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add the whole chicken and cook for 5 minutes to remove any impurities. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.
2. 2.
   In a mixing bowl, combine rice wine, soy sauce, ginger, garlic, sugar, and salt. Stir well to dissolve the sugar and salt.
3. 3.
   Place the chicken in a deep dish or container and pour the marinade over it, ensuring the chicken is fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results.
4. 4.
   After marinating, remove the chicken from the marinade and pat it dry with paper towels. Discard the marinade.
5. 5.
   Slice the chicken into thin pieces and arrange them on a serving platter.
6. 6.
   Garnish with fresh herbs, such as cilantro or green onions.
7. 7.
   Serve the Cold Wine-Infused Chicken chilled and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Rice wine — Use a good quality rice wine for the best flavor. If you can't find rice wine, you can substitute it with dry sherry or sake.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra burst of flavor, add a few slices of fresh chili pepper to the marinade.
• To save time, you can use boneless, skinless chicken breasts instead of a whole chicken. Adjust the cooking time accordingly.

Serving advice

Serve the Cold Wine-Infused Chicken as an appetizer or as part of a Chinese banquet. It pairs well with steamed rice or noodles.

Presentation advice

Arrange the thinly sliced chicken on a platter in an overlapping pattern. Garnish with fresh herbs and a sprinkle of sesame seeds for an elegant touch.