Chinese Velvet Chicken Recipe
Velveting chicken coats meat to retain moisture and flavor during stir-frying or deep-frying.
This page may contain affiliate links. If you click and buy, I may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you.
Instructions
-
Slice chicken against the grain into 3/4- to 1-inch cubes.
-
In a bowl, mix egg white and cornstarch, then thoroughly coat the chicken cubes with the mixture.
-
Place the coated chicken in a sealed container and marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
-
Prepare paper towels or a colander for draining the cooked chicken.
-
Heat 2 cups of oil in a wok to 180 F.
-
Add chicken cubes and cook for approximately 30 seconds until they turn white, separating them as needed.
-
Promptly remove and drain the chicken.
-
Finish cooking the velveted chicken by stir-frying with your preferred vegetables and sauces until fully cooked.