Bai Wei Ji

Bai Wei Ji is a comforting gluten-free Chinese midnight dish featuring tender chicken simmered with aromatic spices and herbs, delivering a warm and satisfying flavor. Perfect for a late-night snack, this dish combines simplicity with rich taste, making it a favorite among night owls.

Ingredients

• Chicken thighs - 300 grams, boneless and skinless
• Ginger - 15 grams, sliced
• Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
• Spring onions - 2, chopped
• Soy sauce - 30 ml, gluten-free
• Rice vinegar - 15 ml
• Sesame oil - 10 ml
• Chicken broth - 250 ml, gluten-free
• Dried red chili - 2, whole
• Star anise - 1
• Coriander leaves - for garnish
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a pot, heat sesame oil over medium heat. Add ginger and garlic, sautéing until fragrant.
2. Add the chicken thighs to the pot, browning them on both sides for about 5 minutes.
3. Pour in the gluten-free soy sauce and rice vinegar, stirring to coat the chicken.
4. Add the chicken broth, dried red chili, star anise, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil.
5. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 15-20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
6. Remove the chicken from the pot and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
7. Serve the chicken slices topped with chopped spring onions and coriander leaves.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 5 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 120 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Contains ginger and garlic, known for their anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting properties.

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