White Cut Chicken
Chinese Chinese - Cantonese and Dim Sum

White Cut Chicken

Est. Time: 35-45 min  •  6 Preparation Steps

Chef's Menu Description

An enticing artisan creation, freshly prepared with vibrant seasoning and served with complementary accompaniments.

Ingredients

  • • 1.5kg whole chicken
  • • 6 slices fresh ginger
  • • 4 spring onions
  • • 1 tsp salt
  • • 2 tbsp shaoxing wine
  • • 3 tbsp sesame oil
  • • 2 tbsp light soy sauce

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Bring a pot of water with the ginger, spring onions, and salt to a boil, then lower to a gentle simmer.

2
Phase 2

Submerge the whole chicken and hold just below boiling for 30 minutes until cooked through.

3
Phase 3

Plunge the chicken into ice water for 10 minutes to tighten the skin.

4
Phase 4

Rub the chicken with sesame oil and rest for 10 minutes.

5
Phase 5

Chop into serving pieces and arrange on a platter.

6
Phase 6

Serve with a dip of minced ginger, spring onions, sesame oil, soy sauce, and the poaching liquid.