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Mongolian Chicken Thighs

Mongolian Chicken Thighs
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Make your weeknights extraordinary with these Mongolian Chicken Thighs, ready in just 30 minutes! This quick and easy recipe features tender chicken thighs enveloped in a sticky-sweet soy sauce glaze that’s perfectly balanced with garlic and ginger. Ideal for busy families or impressing guests, this one-pan wonder promises a flavor explosion that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Serve it over rice, noodles, or alongside vibrant vegetables for a complete meal that’s sure to become a staple in your kitchen. Dive into this Asian-inspired dish and elevate your dinner routine today!

Ingredients

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  • 600 g boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 3 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger
  • 100 ml low-sodium soy sauce
  • 80 ml water
  • 75 g dark brown sugar
  • 2 tsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 3 spring onions
  • 1 dried red chili (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat chicken thighs dry and coat them lightly with cornstarch.
  2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from the skillet.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic and grated ginger for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add soy sauce, water, dark brown sugar, and dried chili (if using). Whisk together and scrape up any browned bits.
  5. Let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened. Stir in rice vinegar and sesame oil.
  6. Return chicken to the skillet, coating it well with the sauce for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.
  7. Garnish with sliced spring onions before serving.

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