"Idiot-proof" Poached Chicken

40m
Serves 2
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Directions

  1. 1Add cilantro stems, scallions, and ginger coins to 4 1/2 quarts of water.
  2. 2Add a tablespoon of Shaoxing wine or dry sherry.
  3. 3Add a pinch of salt.
  4. 4Add the whole chicken breast side up.
  5. 5Cook in barely simmering water for about 25 minutes.
  6. 6Turn off the heat and let it sit for half an hour.
  7. 7Remove the chicken and slice it.
  8. 8Place sliced chicken on a bed of cabbage.
  9. 9Make the sauce by mixing the chopped scallions with other ingredients in a bowl.
  10. 10Pour the sauce over the chicken and garnish with chopped cilantro.

Ingredients

  • 4.5 quarts water
  • 1 bunch cilantro stems
  • 1 bunch scallions
  • 1 handful ginger coins
  • 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine or dry sherry
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 whole chicken
  • 1 head cabbage
  • 1 handful chopped cilantro

Equipment

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