Saliva chicken legs, a popular Sichuan snack, are beloved for their tender meat, spicy-savory flavor, and mouthwatering sauce. Here’s a simple yet delicious recipe to recreate them at home.
Ingredients: 8 chicken legs, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp cooking wine, 1 tsp sugar, 3 tbsp Sichuan peppercorn powder, 2 tbsp chili powder, 4 minced garlic, 1 tbsp sesame oil, chopped cilantro, and roasted peanuts.
Steps:
1. Marinate the chicken legs: Clean and pat them dry. Mix soy sauce, cooking wine, and sugar to rub evenly over each leg. Let marinate for 30 minutes.
2. Boil or steam: Place marinated legs in a pot, add water to cover, and boil for 20 minutes (or steam for 25 minutes) until tender. Drain and let cool.
3. Prepare the sauce: In a bowl, combine Sichuan peppercorn powder, chili powder, minced garlic, sesame oil, 2 tbsp hot water, and a pinch of salt. Stir into a smooth paste.
4. Toss and serve: Cut the chicken legs into bite-sized pieces. Pour the sauce over them, add cilantro and peanuts, and toss gently. Let sit for 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.
Enjoy your homemade saliva chicken legs—tangy, spicy, and utterly addictive! Adjust spice levels to your preference for the perfect snack.
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