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Honey Chicken ~ 蜂蜜鸡

 


This is a delicious yummy chicken dish which can be whipped up in a short period of time.  Suitable for working mothers who are always in a hurry.  The chicken is tender, smothered in a thick honey sauce.  An easy recipe to serve on the table and which pairs deliciously with white or brown rice.





Honey Chicken ~  蜂蜜鸡

Ingredients

  • 6 drumsticks about 680 gm
  • 2 Tbsp honey
  • 1/2 Tbsp oil
  • 3/4 Tbsp dark soy sauce
  • 1.1/2 Tbsp light soy sauce
  • 1 Tbsp chopped garlic
  • 1 cup water or more if more gravy is desired
  • Sesame oil to drizzle 
Method
  1. Put some oil in a non-stick pan and place the drumsticks in it.
  2. Pour in the honey, cover and let cook for about 10 mins.
  3. Open the lid and add in the chopped garlic, light and dark soy sauce.  Add in water, cover and let cook for another 15 mins.  Can add in more water if the dish is too dry.  
  4. Mix well with a wooden spoon till the chicken is tender and cooked through.  Drizzle on some sesame oil.  Dish out and serve.

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