Bing Gan

Bing Gan is a savory and aromatic Halal Chinese baked dish, featuring tender marinated chicken wrapped in a golden, flaky pastry. This delightful dish combines traditional flavors with a modern twist, perfect for sharing.

Ingredients

• Boneless chicken thighs - 250 grams
• Soy sauce - 30 ml
• Sesame oil - 10 ml
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Spring onions - 2, finely chopped
• Carrot - 1 medium, grated
• Cabbage - 100 grams, finely shredded
• Wonton wrappers - 8 sheets
• Egg - 1, beaten
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Vegetable oil - for brushing

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (392°F).
2. In a bowl, combine the chicken thighs, soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, salt, and black pepper. Marinate for 20 minutes.
3. After marinating, cook the chicken in a skillet over medium heat for about 8-10 minutes until fully cooked. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
4. Shred the cooked chicken into small pieces and mix it with grated carrot, shredded cabbage, and chopped spring onions.
5. Lay a wonton wrapper on a clean surface, place a generous spoonful of the filling in the center, and fold the wrapper over to form a triangle. Seal the edges with a bit of the beaten egg.
6. Repeat the process with the remaining wrappers and filling.
7. Place the filled wontons on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the tops with vegetable oil.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
9. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from the chicken, supporting muscle health.
• Contains vegetables like cabbage and carrots, providing vitamins and fiber.

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