Dezhou Braised Chicken 德州扒鸡

A famous Shandong dish where chicken is slow-cooked in an aromatic, savory broth.

Ingredients:

• Whole chicken: 1 (about 1.5kg)
• Soy sauce: 3 tbsp
• Star anise: 2
• Cinnamon stick: 1
• Ginger: 3 slices

Instructions:

• Blanch the chicken, then simmer in a pot with soy sauce, spices, and water for 1.5 hours.
• Baste occasionally for a rich, even flavour.