Easy Black Bean Chicken Stir Fry | Better Than Takeout 豆豉鸡
Tender chicken and vegetables tossed in a savory fermented black bean sauce
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Craving Chinese takeout? This Black Bean Chicken Stir Fry highlights the bold, savory flavor of Chinese fermented black beans (douchi 豆豉), paired with tender chicken and crisp vegetables for a fast, Chinese stir fry you can make at home.
If you’re looking for an easy Chinese chicken stir fry, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights. The fermented black beans add a salty, garlicky punch that transforms simple ingredients into a restaurant-quality meal.
What Are Chinese Fermented Black Beans?
Chinese fermented black beans, also known as douchi, are soybeans that have been salted and fermented. Despite the name, they’re not the same as regular black beans. They’re intensely flavorful and commonly used in Chinese stir fry recipes, especially black bean chicken, black bean beef, and seafood dishes.
Serve this black bean chicken stir fry with steamed rice or noodles for a complete and satisfying meal.
Scroll down to check out the ingredients needed for the Black Bean Chicken Stir Fry Recipe with step by step instructions!
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Black Bean Chicken Stir Fry
Black Bean Chicken Ingredients
Sauce:
✿ 1 Tablespoon Shaoxing Wine
✿ 1 Tablespoon Water
✿ 1 Tablespoon Soy Sauce
✿ 1 Tablespoon Oyster Sauce
✿ ½ Tablespoon Dark Soy Sauce
✿ 1 Teaspoon Sugar
✿ ¼ Teaspoon Chicken Powder
✿ ½ Teaspoon Cornstarch
✿ 320 Grams Chicken Breast
✿ 1 Tablespoon Shaoxing Wine
✿ 2 Teaspoons Cornstarch
✿ 1 Teaspoon Soy Sauce
✿ 1 Bell Pepper
✿ 1 Onion
✿ Ginger
✿ 4 Cloves Garlic
✿ 1 Tablespoon Fermented Black Bean
Black Bean Chicken INSTRUCTIONS | Click here for the recipe video
Prep Ingredients
Cut Vegetables.
Cook
Stir Fry Ingredients
Cook
Stir Fry Ingredients.
Prepare The Ingredients
Cut the onion into your preferred size. Mince the garlic, black beans and ginger. Cut the chicken into bite-sized squares.
Marinate Chicken
Season the chicken to taste and massage until fully absorbed. Let it marinate for 30 minutes to ensure tender, flavorful chicken.
Mix the stir-fry sauce ingredients together, adjusting seasoning to suit your personal taste. Set aside.
Cook
Heat oil in a wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and sear until golden brown. Remove from the pan and set aside. In the same pan, add garlic, ginger, and Chinese fermented black beans. Stir-fry until fragrant, about 30–60 seconds. Add the onion and bell peppers. Stir-fry for 1–2 minutes until slightly softened but still crisp.Return the chicken to the pan and pour in the sauce. Toss everything together and cook until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken evenly.
Serve over steamed rice and Enjoy! ✿◕ ‿ ◕✿
TIPS & NOTES
✿ Adjust sauce to personal preferences.
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