Braised chicken drumsticks, with their glossy, savory sauce and tender meat, are a beloved comfort dish. Here’s a simple yet delicious recipe to recreate them at home.
Ingredients: 6-8 chicken drumsticks, 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp oyster sauce, 1 tbsp sugar, 1 cup water, 2 sliced ginger, 2 minced garlic, 1 star anise (optional), and 1 green onion for garnish.
Steps:
1. Prep the drumsticks: Rinse and pat dry. Score the skin lightly to help absorb flavors.
2. Sear the meat: Heat 1 tbsp oil in a pot over medium heat. Add drumsticks and sear until golden on all sides (3-4 minutes).
3. Aromatics: Toss in ginger, garlic, and star anise. Stir-fry until fragrant (30 seconds).
4. Simmer: Mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, and water. Pour over the drumsticks. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway.
5. Thicken the sauce: Uncover and increase heat slightly. Simmer for 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the drumsticks.
6. Serve: Garnish with chopped green onion. Enjoy with steamed rice!
Tips: For extra flavor, marinate the drumsticks for 1 hour before cooking. Adjust soy sauce for saltiness and sugar for sweetness to taste. This dish is even better the next day as the flavors meld further. Enjoy your homemade braised chicken drumsticks!
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