Teriyaki Chicken and Tofu Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 large onion
- 2-3 chicken thighs or breasts
- 2 blocks of tofu (adjust to taste)
- 4 small chilies (omit if serving to children)
- 1 sachet of oyster sauce (such as Saori)
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1-2 tablespoons sweet soy sauce (kecap manis)
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch (kanji)
- Cooking oil
- Water, as needed
Instructions:
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Prepare the Ingredients: Start by heating a generous amount of cooking oil in a pan. While the oil is heating, cut the tofu into small cubes. Wash the chicken thoroughly.
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Fry the Tofu and Chicken: Once the oil is hot, carefully fry the tofu cubes until golden brown and crisp. Remove the tofu from the pan and drain on paper towels. In the same oil, fry the chicken pieces until fully cooked and golden. Drain on paper towels as well.
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Shred the Chicken: Allow the cooked chicken to cool slightly, then shred it into bite-sized pieces, separating the meat from the bones.
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Prepare the Teriyaki Sauce: For the sauce, slice the onion into thin wedges, and cut the chilies at a slight angle. In a separate pan, heat a little oil and sauté the onion and chilies until they become aromatic.
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Combine Ingredients: Add the fried tofu and chicken pieces to the pan with the onions and chilies. Stir to mix well.
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Make the Sauce: Pour in enough water to create a sauce base, then add the oyster sauce, ketchup, and sweet soy sauce. Stir until the sauce is well combined and begins to darken in color. If needed, add a little more sweet soy sauce to achieve the desired depth of color.
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Adjust the Thickness: Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning as needed. Dissolve the cornstarch in a small amount of water, then gradually add it to the pan while stirring to thicken the sauce. The sauce should be slightly runny; avoid making it too thick.
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Serve: Once the sauce has thickened to your liking, turn off the heat. Serve the teriyaki chicken and tofu over steamed white rice. Optionally, garnish with sesame seeds if desired (though not included in this recipe as sesame seeds were not available).
Enjoy your delicious Teriyaki Chicken and Tofu with a perfectly balanced sweet and savory sauce, complemented by tender chicken and crispy tofu.
