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Dezhou Braised Chicken

(China Daily)
Updated: 2011-06-09 16:35

A traditional delicacy in Dezhou, Shandong Province created during the reign of Emperor Guangxu (throne: 1875--1909) of the Qing Dynasty (1644--1911) with a history of more than 100 years. Citizens from home and visitors from abroad are certain to have a taste of the chicken when they pass Dezhou. It features red glossy skin, tender texture, aromatic smell and juicy taste.

Ingredients: a hen 1kg, dried mushroom 5g,ginger 5g,soy sauce 150g,salt 25g,peanut oil 1.5kg (100g to be consumed), spices 5g,some malt sugar.

Preparation:

1. Process the chicken remove intestines rinse clean Twist wings at the back. Tuck legs in the cavity.

2. Mix maltose with water. Rub evenly on the chicken. Heat oil 80% hot. Deep-fry the chicken until golden brown. Take out and drain off oil.

3. Add enough clean water in wok to submerge the deep-fried chicken. Put in the chicken and a spice bag, add ginger, salt, soy sauce while water is boiling. Change to gentle heat and let it stew for half an hour until it is well-done. Take out and serve hot.