Can I make this dish gluten-free?

Yes you can make this dish gluten-free. Simply swap regular soy sauce for gluten-free soy sauce or tamari. And use cornstarch that's 100% pure, that's preferably labeled gluten-free.

Can I use another protein than chicken?

Yes you can. You can use beef, pork, shrimp, or tofu for this recipe. But keep in mind that the cooking time for each protein will vary. Beef and pork will take about the same time as chicken, while shrimp and tofu will take less.

There isn't enough sauce. Can I double it?

Of course you can double it! I would recommend to double it if you are someone who likes to drizzle sauce over your rice or noodles.

Mongolian Chicken

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This is a quick and delicious Mongolian chicken recipe that’s both sweet and savory.

Author: Caroline Phelps
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Yield: 2 servings 1x
Category: Stir fry
Method: Stir frying
Cuisine: Chinese

Ingredients

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1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, chopped bite size
1/4 cup cornstarch
2 tablespoons vegetable oil, or other neutral oil with a high smoke point
1/2 teaspoon ginger, peeled and minced
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/2 cup low sodium chicken stock
2 tablespoons light brown sugar or granulated sugar
1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
4 scallions, chopped bite size on the bias

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Instructions

Cover the chicken with cornstarch: In a bowl, mix chicken pieces with cornstarch until all the pieces are evenly coated.
Warm up the wok: Place a wok or a deep skillet over medium high heat. When the wok is hot, add the oil and swirl it around to coat the surface.
Cook the chicken: Add the chicken and stir fry until it’s cooked through – about 4 to 5 minutes.
Add the aromatics: Add the ginger and garlic and cook for 2 minutes.
Add the ingredients for the sauce: Add the soy sauce, chicken stock, and sugar, and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, until the sauce thickens.
Add nuttiness and a refreshing crunch: Turn the heat off and add the toasted sesame oil and scallions.
Serve: Stir well and serve with white rice or noodles.

Notes

Store the leftovers in an airtight storage container for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 485
Sugar: 10.1g
Sodium: 1971.7mg
Fat: 15.7g
Saturated Fat: 4.1g
Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 0.9g
Protein: 54.9g
Cholesterol: 174mg

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