Name: Chicken Thighs and Lotus Root by kattyanneru/かっちゃんねる
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients: Lotus Root 150g; Chicken Thighs 6 pcs; [A] Soy Sauce 50ml; [A] Mirin (Sweet Rice Wine) 50ml; [A] Vinegar 25ml; [A] Water 25ml; [A] Grated Garlic 1 tsp; [A] Grated Ginger 1 tsp; Sugar 3 tbsp

Chicken Thighs and Lotus Root

by kattyanneru/かっちゃんねる

This recipe for chicken thighs and lotus root is incredibly easy, requiring you to simply put the ingredients in a pan and mostly let it cook on its own. The sweet and sour flavor, glossy finish, and perfectly textured lotus root will whet your appetite. It's a budget-friendly and filling recipe perfect for days when you have no motivation or want to make a fancy dish with minimal effort.

Steps

In a bowl, combine Soy Sauce 50ml, Mirin (Sweet Rice Wine) 50ml, Vinegar 25ml, Water 25ml, Grated Garlic 1 tsp, and Grated Ginger 1 tsp.
🕒 00:42
Peel the Lotus Root 150g.
🕒 00:58
Slice the Lotus Root into 1cm thick half-moons.
🕒 01:03
Place the sliced Lotus Root and Chicken Thighs 6 pcs into a deep frying pan or pot.
🕒 01:10
Add the prepared sauce mixture and Sugar 3 tbsp.
🕒 01:30
Heat over medium-high heat until it boils.
🕒 01:42
Once boiling, cover with a lid and reduce heat to low.
🕒 01:46
Simmer for 15 minutes, turning the chicken and lotus root about twice during cooking. [Key Tip] Simmering gently on low heat ensures the chicken thighs are fully cooked and the flavors are well-infused.
🕒 01:52
After 15 minutes of simmering, remove only the lotus root (which should be tender and flavorful) and place it on a plate. [Key Tip] Removing the lotus root first helps to retain its pleasant texture.
🕒 02:35
Increase the heat for the remaining chicken thighs to medium and continue to cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and coat the chicken. [Key Tip] The sugar and mirin in the sauce will caramelize when reduced, giving the chicken a delicious glossy finish.
🕒 02:49
Arrange the chicken thighs on the plate with the lotus root.
🕒 03:13
Drizzle the remaining sauce over the top. [Key Tip] The leftover sauce is excellent for marinating hard-boiled eggs to make seasoned eggs, or for tossing with udon noodles.
🕒 03:21