Dou Ban Ji

Dou Ban Ji is a spicy and flavorful Chinese midnight dish featuring tender chicken marinated in a rich doubanjiang sauce. This gluten-free version captures the essence of traditional Sichuan cuisine while being easy to prepare at home.

Ingredients

• Chicken thighs - 300 grams, boneless and skinless
• Doubanjiang (fermented broad bean paste) - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce (gluten-free) - 1 tablespoon
• Rice wine - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 inch, minced
• Scallions - 2, chopped
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Bell pepper - 1, sliced
• Water - 100 milliliters

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine the chicken thighs with doubanjiang, soy sauce, rice wine, minced garlic, and minced ginger. Marinate for at least 15 minutes.
2. Heat vegetable oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for about 5-7 minutes until browned on all sides.
3. Add the sliced bell pepper to the pan and stir-fry for another 3 minutes until slightly softened.
4. Pour in the water and bring to a simmer. Cover the pan and let it cook for an additional 5 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked through.
5. Drizzle sesame oil over the dish and stir well. Garnish with chopped scallions before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 28 g
• Carbs: 8 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 110 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein which supports muscle health.
• Contains ginger and garlic which are known for their anti-inflammatory properties.

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