"Easy braised chicken with oyster sauce. Tender chicken thighs in savory umami glaze. Perfect weeknight dinner served over rice."
Estimated Nutrition
Ingredients
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Chicken thighs
500g
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Oyster sauce
3 tablespoons
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Soy sauce
2 tablespoons
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Garlic cloves, minced
4
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Ginger, minced
1 tablespoon
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Brown sugar
1 tablespoon
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Sesame oil
1 tablespoon
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Water
1 cup
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Green onions
2
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Sesame seeds
1 teaspoon
Local Substitutes
Instead of Oyster sauce
Use: Worcestershire sauce or fish sauce
Reason: Similar umami depth and saltiness
Instead of Sesame oil
Use: Vegetable oil with 1 tsp sesame extract
Reason: Easier to find in Western markets
Instead of Green onions
Use: Scallions or chives
Reason: Direct equivalent
🧑🍳 Cooking Instructions
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1
Pat chicken thighs dry and season with salt and pepper
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2
Heat sesame oil in a large pan over medium-high heat
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3
Brown chicken on both sides for 5 minutes, set aside
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4
Sauté garlic and ginger for 1 minute until fragrant
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5
Return chicken to pan, add oyster sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, and water
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6
Bring to simmer, cover, and cook 20-25 minutes until chicken is tender
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7
Remove lid and reduce sauce for 3-5 minutes until glossy
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8
Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds
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9
Serve over steamed rice
Serve in a Korean School Tray
Stainless steel compartment trays keep your meals fresh and authentic.
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