PrincessMushroom posted this Main dish over 3 years ago.
Prep time: 10-15 minutes
Cook time: 10 minutes
Yields: 2 dinners worth
Additional information:
I was walking into Wegman's some time last week, and all of a sudden my nose was delighted with the smell of fresh-cooked stir-fry. So, I went over to the tasting table, and it was just me there, and I told the cook that it smelled great, and he gave me a sample and told me these tips on how to cook the veggies and chicken just right for stir fry. I've been stir frying for a few years, but let me tell you, this guy knows how to do it right. It's a whole new level to the stir fry experience, and I will never go back to my bad habits!
Place chicken in small bowl. Add water 1 tbsp at a time, working in with hands until water is absorbed into chicken. Sprinkle cornstarch over chicken and work in with hands to coat all pieces.
Blanch the vegetables by placing them into a large pot of boiling water for 2-3 minutes (NO MORE!) After the 3 minutes, drain them and rinse with COLD water. This stops the cooking and makes sure that they are crisp-tender. Set aside.
Heat nonstick wok or skillet on high with vegetable, canola, or olive oil for about 2 minutes.
Add chicken, garlic, and ginger; stir fry for about 3 minutes.
Add sauce; stir fry for 2 minutes. Add pepper and vegetables. Stir fry to heat through, about 30 seconds.
Transfer to serving platter, garnish with sesame seeds.