A deeply flavorful dish of caramelised soy-glazed chicken simmered with garlic and ginger broth, served with rice or noodles for a comforting, umami-packed meal.
6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
2 tbsp dark soy sauce
2 tbsp light soy sauce
2 tbsp sugar or honey
2 cloves garlic, minced
1-inch piece ginger, grated
2 tbsp rice wine or Shaoxing wine
1 cup water or chicken broth
3 scallions, chopped
Steamed rice or noodles, for serving
Optional: bok choy, mushrooms, sesame oil, soft-boiled egg
Pat chicken dry and sear skin-side down until golden. Flip and sear other side.
Remove excess fat, add sugar, let caramelize. Add soy sauces, wine, garlic, and ginger. Simmer until thick and sticky.
In a separate pot, simmer water/broth with sliced ginger, garlic, and scallions for 15–20 mins. Strain if desired.
Serve rice/noodles in bowl, ladle broth, top with glazed chicken and garnish.
Substitute tofu for vegetarian version.
Use tamari for gluten-free.
Adjust broth to soupier consistency for noodle bowls.