Braised Chicken Legs
Tender chicken drumsticks marinated in soy sauce, then pan-fried and braised with Sichuan peppercorns and garlic.
Story
The aroma of Sichuan peppercorns and garlic fills the kitchen as the chicken drumsticks sizzle in the hot oil. After a brief sear, they simmer in a savory sauce until the meat is tender and infused with flavor, making for a simple and satisfying home-cooked meal.
Ingredients
Chicken drumsticks
3
Oil
to taste
Salt
2 small spoons
Light soy sauce
to taste
Dark soy sauce
to taste
Sichuan peppercorns
to taste
Garlic
3 cloves
Instructions
1
Step 1
Wash the chicken drumsticks under running water.
2
Step 2
Poke holes on the surface with a toothpick, or make a couple of cuts with a knife.
3
Step 3
Add salt, light soy sauce, and dark soy sauce, then marinate for 15 minutes.
4
Step 4
Heat the oil and sauté the Sichuan peppercorns and garlic until fragrant.
5
Step 5
Put in the chicken drumsticks and pan-fry briefly.
6
Step 6
Pour in the remaining marinade liquid from the chicken drumsticks.
7
Step 7
Add a bowl of water and another spoonful of salt, then cook over high heat for about 20 minutes.
8
Step 8
Finished product.
