Steamed Chicken with Dried Shiitake Mushrooms and Dried Oysters

Ingredients

Instructions

1. 1

   Soak dried shiitake mushrooms and dried oysters in warm water for at least 30 minutes, or until softened. Reserve the soaking liquid from the mushrooms. Once softened, stem the mushrooms and slice them if large. Gently squeeze excess water from the oysters.

2. 2

   Wash and pat dry the chicken pieces. In a large bowl, combine chicken with light soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, Shaoxing wine, cornstarch, sugar, and white pepper. Mix well and marinate for at least 20 minutes.

3. 3

   Add the softened shiitake mushrooms, dried oysters, and half of the ginger to the marinated chicken. Stir to combine.

4. 4

   Transfer the mixture to a heatproof dish, spreading it evenly.

5. 5

   Place the dish in a steamer over high heat. Steam for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through. Add a splash of the reserved mushroom soaking liquid if desired for extra flavor.

6. 6

   Garnish with the remaining ginger and spring onions before serving hot with rice.