Steamed Chicken with Black Fungus and Red Dates

Ingredients

Instructions

1. 1

   Rehydrate the dried black fungus in warm water for 15-20 minutes until soft. Trim off any hard parts and cut into smaller pieces if large.

2. 2

   In a bowl, combine the cut chicken thighs with light soy sauce, oyster sauce, Shaoxing wine, sesame oil, white pepper, and cornstarch. Mix well and marinate for at least 15 minutes.

3. 3

   Add the rehydrated black fungus, pitted red dates, and julienned ginger to the marinated chicken. Mix everything together.

4. 4

   Arrange the chicken mixture in a heatproof dish, ensuring an even layer.

5. 5

   Prepare a steamer by bringing water to a rolling boil. Place the dish with the chicken into the steamer.

6. 6

   Steam for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is thoroughly cooked through. The cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of the chicken pieces.

7. 7

   Garnish with chopped spring onion before serving hot with steamed rice.