Gong Bao Chicken with Shiitake Mushrooms

Ingredients - Serves 4

• Roasted peanuts - 1/2 cup
• Green onions - 4, sliced
• Shiitake mushrooms - 8 ounces, sliced
• Ginger - 1 tablespoon, minced
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Dried red chili peppers - 4-6, chopped
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Sugar - 1 tablespoon
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Cornstarch - 2 tablespoons
• Chicken breast - 1 pound, cut into bite-sized pieces

Let's Get Started

1. In a bowl, mix together the cornstarch, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, and sesame oil.
2. Add the chicken and toss to coat. Let marinate for 10 minutes.
3. Heat a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add a tablespoon of oil and swirl to coat.
4. Add the dried chili peppers, garlic, and ginger. Stir-fry for 30 seconds.
5. Add the chicken and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, until browned.
6. Add the shiitake mushrooms and green onions. Stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes.
7. Add the peanuts and stir-fry for another minute.
8. Serve hot with rice.

Dietary Info

• Dish Type: Main Course
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Calories: 400
• Fat: 15g
• Carbs: 30g
• Protein: 35g
• Sodium: 800mg
• Sugar: Noneg