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Kung Pao Chicken
Kung Pao Chicken is a spicy, stir-fried Chinese dish made with chunks of chicken, peanuts, vegetables, and chili peppers. This classic dish combines savory, sweet, and spicy flavors with a rich texture from peanuts.
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Recipe Instructions
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Marinate chicken pieces in soy sauce, sherry, and cornstarch for at least 30 minutes.
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Heat oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add dried chili peppers and stir-fry until they are just beginning to char.
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Add the marinated chicken to the wok and stir-fry until it is nearly cooked through.
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Add garlic, ginger, and green onions to the wok and stir-fry for an additional minute.
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Stir in bell peppers and zucchini; cook for about 2 minutes.
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Pour in the sauce mixture (soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, and water) to the wok and stir well to coat all the ingredients. Allow to simmer until the sauce thickens.
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Toss in the roasted peanuts and continue to cook for a minute more.
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Serve the Kung Pao Chicken hot, garnished with additional green onions and sesame seeds if desired.