Brussels Sprouts And Chicken Stir Fry Recipes

BRUSSELS SPROUTS AND CHICKEN STIR FRY

Steps:

• Whisk egg white and 1 1/2 tsp cornstarch; add chicken and set aside for 10 minutes; boil Brussels sprouts in salted water for 2 1/2 minutes, or until just crisp-tender,drain and cool under cold water.
• In a small bowl combine soy sauce, sugar, vinegar, broth, remaining 1/2 tsp cornstarch, sesame oil and water; set aside.
• Heat oil in a wok; add drained chicken and stir-fry until opaque and just firm, about 1 minute; remove and set aside.
• Stir-fry shallot, garlic and gingerroot for 30 seconds; add red bell pepper and stir-fry for 2 minutes; add the scallions and the Brussels sprouts and stir-fry 1 minute.
• Make a well in the center of the stir-fry mixture; whisk the soy sauce mixture and add to the well, whisking until it boils; stir into the vegetable mixture and simmer for 1 minute.
• Add the chicken, water chestnuts and salt and pepper and stir-fry until chicken is heated through, about 30 seconds.

BRUSSELS SPROUT AND CHICKEN STIR-FRY

Steps:

• In a bowl whisk together the egg white and 1 tablespoon of the cornstarch, add the chicken, and let the mixture stand for 10 minutes. In a large saucepan of boiling salted water cook the Brussels sprouts for 2 1/2 minutes, or until they are just crisp-tender, drain them in a colander, and refresh them under cold water.
• Heat a wok over moderately high heat and in it heat the peanut oil until it is hot but not smoking. Add the chicken, drained, stir-fry it for 45 seconds to 1 minute, or until it is opaque and just firm, and transfer it with a slotted spoon to a bowl. Heat the oil remaining in the wok until it is hot but not smoking and in it stir-fry the shallot, the garlic, and the gingerroot for 30 seconds. Add the bell pepper and stir-fry the mixture for 2 minutes. Add the scallions and the Brussels sprouts and stir-fry the mixture for 1 minute. In a small bowl whisk together the soy sauce, the sugar, the vinegar, the broth, the sesame oil, the remaining 1 teaspoon cornstarch, and the cold water, make a well in the center of the vegetables, and whisk the soy sauce mixture into the well. Bring the liquid to a boil, stir together the vegetable mixture to combine it well,and simmer it for 1 minute. Stir in the chicken and the water chestnuts, season the stir-fry with salt and pepper, and cook it for 30 seconds, or until the chicken is heated through.

STIR-FRIED CHICKEN WITH GREENS

Steps:

• In a large bowl, stir together the egg white, cornstarch, 1 1/2 teaspoons of the rice wine or sherry, salt to taste and 1 1/2 teaspoons water. When you can no longer see any cornstarch, add the chicken and stir together until coated. Cover the bowl and place in the refrigerator for 30 minutes
• Bring 2 to 3 quarts of water to a rolling boil in a large saucepan and add the kale. Boil 1 minute, until just tender, and transfer to a bowl of cold water. Do not drain the water from the pot. Drain the kale, squeeze out excess water and chop coarsely
• Combine the remaining rice wine, the stock and the soy sauce in a small bowl and set near your wok
• Bring the water in the pot back to a boil, add 1 tablespoon of the oil and turn the heat down so that the water is at a bare simmer. Carefully add the chicken to the water, stirring so that the pieces don't clump. Cook until the chicken turns opaque on the surface but is not cooked through, about 1 minute. Drain well in a colander
• Heat a 14-inch flat-bottomed wok or 12-inch steel skillet over high heat until a drop of water evaporates within a second or two when added to the pan. Swirl in the remaining oil by adding it to the sides of the pan and swirling the pan, then add the garlic, ginger and red pepper flakes and stir-fry for no more than 10 seconds. Add the white and light green pieces of scallions, the brussels sprouts and the red pepper and stir-fry for 2 minutes. Add the bok choy and stir-fry for another minute. Add the chicken, the kale and the broth mixture. Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste and stir-fry until the chicken is cooked through, 1 to 2 minutes. Sprinkle on the green scallion ends. Remove from the heat and serve with grains or noodles

HOW TO COOK BRUSSELS SPROUTS

Steps:

• Tip the sprouts into a pan and add a couple of cm water and a pinch of salt - a large pan works better so they're not piled up too high. Cover and bring the water to the boil, turn down to a simmer and cook with the lid on for 3- 5 mins depending on size.
• Test with a sharp knife to see if they are cooked through. If not, cook for a little longer and test again.
• Drain and tip the sprouts into a bowl. Serve with a knob of butter, if you wish.

TOFU STIR-FRY WITH BRUSSELS SPROUTS

Steps:

• In a large nonstick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon coconut oil over medium-high heat. Add tofu; stir-fry until browned, 12-15 minutes. Remove from pan and keep warm. Stir-fry Brussels sprouts in remaining 2 tablespoons coconut oil for 2 minutes. Add red pepper, green onions and garlic; cover and cook until vegetables are crisp-tender, 5-7 minutes longer., Stir in water, hoisin sauce, chili garlic sauce and salt. Return tofu to pan; cook and stir until heated through. Stir in almonds. Serve with noodles.

STIR-FRIED BRUSSELS SPROUTS

Steps:

• Heat a large skillet over high for a few minutes. Drops of water should skitter across the surface then evaporate quickly. Set the pan lid and 1/2 cup water next to the stove. Add enough oil to coat the bottom of the pan (3 to 4 tablespoons), then add garlic and sizzle until fragrant and wisps of smoke rise from the oil, about 15 seconds. Add brussels sprouts, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and stir to coat with oil. Spread in an even layer, carefully add water and immediately cover.
• Cook without stirring until the water has almost completely evaporated, 4 to 6 minutes. After silent simmering, there will be loud popping sounds that quiet to a crackle.
• Uncover, sprinkle with sugar and soy sauce, and stir for 1 minute. Sprinkle with red-pepper flakes and serve.

MUSHROOM AND BRUSSELS SPROUT STIR-FRY

Steps:

• In a wok or large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over high heat until shimmering. Add the mushrooms and sauté until soft, adding a bit of water if necessary. Remove the mushrooms and set aside.
• Pour remaining oil into the wok and add the garlic and Brussels sprouts. Stir-fry the vegetables, adding the rice wine, fish sauce, and cooked mushrooms, and continue stirring 15-30 seconds so the liquid can evaporate. Remove from the wok and serve immediately.