Hainanese Chicken Rice

A beloved dish with roots in Hainan, China, and a strong foothold in Southeast Asia, Hainanese Chicken Rice is a fragrant and wholesome meal. This dish features tender poached chicken served with aromatic rice cooked in chicken broth, accompanied by a trio of flavorful sauces. It’s a simple yet satisfying recipe that highlights delicate and savory flavors.

A classic comfort dish, Hainanese Chicken Rice is a feast of aroma and taste!

Here’s the recipe for Aromatic and Toothsome Hainanese Chicken Rice;

Directions:

• Rub the chicken with salt and rinse thoroughly. 
• Boil water in a large pot, add ginger and green onions, then poach the chicken for 35–40 minutes. 
• Once cooked, submerge in ice water for 5 minutes, then pat dry.
• For the rice, sauté garlic and ginger in chicken fat. 
• Add rice and cook for 2 minutes. 
• Add chicken broth, cover, and cook until rice is fluffy.
• Serve the sliced chicken over rice with sauces on the side.