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Ginger Steamed Chicken with Spring Onion Oil

Tender steamed chicken topped with fragrant ginger and spring onion oil for a light yet deeply flavorful classic dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 2 lbs bone-in chicken thighs
  • 2 tbsp fresh ginger julienned
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp white pepper
Spring Onion Oil
  • 5 stalks spring onions chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh ginger minced
  • 0.33 cup neutral oil
  • 0.5 tsp salt

Equipment

  • Steamer
  • Heatproof plate
  • Small saucepan
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. Season chicken with salt and white pepper.
  2. Place chicken on heatproof plate and top with ginger.
  3. Steam for 20–25 minutes until cooked through.
  4. Combine scallions, ginger, and salt in a bowl.
  5. Heat oil until hot and pour over scallion mixture.
  6. Spoon spring onion oil over chicken before serving.

Notes

Do not overcook. Rest chicken before slicing for best texture.