laotian clay pot chicken (sallye)

12 Pinches
Austin, TX
Updated on Oct 5, 2014

Authenic Laotian dish. Enjoy.

prep time 10 Min
cook time 20 Min
method Stir-Fry
yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 - whole cooked chicken
  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil
  • 8 slices fresh ginger
  • 8 cloves garlic
  • 6-8 - shallots
  • 4-6 - shitake mushrooms (or your choice)
  • 1 medium head of bok choy
  • 2 teaspoons oyster sauce
  • 2 tablespoons dark soy sauce
  • GARNISHING SAUCE
  • 1 tablespoon sherry or merlot wine
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 2 cups chicken stock
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper

How To Make laotian clay pot chicken (sallye)

  • Step 1
    Cut chicken into bite sized pieces and set aside Thinly slice ginger, garlic and shallots. Set aside in separate bowls or piles Cut mushrooms lengthwise and set aside Coarsely shred bok choy and set aside
  • Step 2
    Place clay pot with oil over medium high heat. When oil is shimmering add ginger, garlic and shallots and stir fry until just fragrant but not browned. (2-3 minutes) Add chicken pieces to pot and brown, turning regularly with wooden spoon, making sure you also stir the ginger, garlic and shallots to avoid burning. (5-7 minutes)
  • Step 3
    When chicken is browned, add oyster and soy sauces and reduce heat to a simmer. Scrape pot with wooden spoon to deglaze. Place lid over pot and cook for 5 minutes covered.
  • Step 4
    Remove lid, add the bok choy and mushrooms and cook an additional 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to set for 5-10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  • Step 5
    TO MAKE SAUCE: Vigorously whisk together wine, soy sauce, chicken stock and pepper in small sauce pan over medium heat until well blended. Remove from heat and transfer to gravy boat or other serving dish for serving.
  • Step 6
    Excelent sides are steamed or fried rice, and grilled asparagus tips.

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Category: Chicken
Culture: Asian
Ingredient: Chicken
Method: Stir-Fry

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