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Keto Taiwanese Three Cup Chicken (San Bei Ji) - Soy-Free recipe by Safe Plated

Keto Taiwanese Three Cup Chicken (San Bei Ji) - Soy-Free

A classic Taiwanese dish adapted for keto, using coconut aminos to replace soy sauce. Aromatic and flavorful.

35m4 servings
Contains sesameSOY-free
480 cal|40g protein|8g carbs|30g fat|2g fiber

Ingredients

  • about 680 g Chicken Thighs, boneless, skinless
  • 0.25 cup Sesame Oil
  • 1 cup Ginger, sliced
  • 1 cup Garlic, whole cloves
  • 0.25 cup Coconut Aminos
  • 0.25 cup Rice Wine Vinegar
  • 1 cup Basil Leaves

Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.

Instructions

  1. 1Prepare the chicken by cutting the about 680 g of boneless, skinless chicken thighs into 2.54 cm bite-sized pieces.
  2. 2Place a 25.4 cm clay pot or a large, heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat (204.4°C / 200°C). Add the 0.25 cup of sesame oil and let it heat until it shimmers, about 1 minute.
  3. 3Add the 1 cup of sliced ginger and the 1 cup of whole garlic cloves to the hot oil. Sauté for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until they become fragrant and lightly golden. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
  4. 4Add the prepared chicken pieces to the pot. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is browned on all sides. The internal temperature should reach 74°C.
  5. 5Pour in the 0.25 cup of coconut aminos and the 0.25 cup of rice wine vinegar. Stir everything together to combine.
  6. 6Bring the liquid to a simmer, then reduce the heat to medium-low (148.9°C / 150°C). Cover the pot or skillet and let it cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked through and tender. The sauce should have thickened slightly.
  7. 7Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the 1 cup of fresh basil leaves until they just begin to wilt. Serve immediately.

Substitutions

Soy Sauce → Coconut Aminos

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