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Hainanese Chicken Rice with Soy Sauce Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 whole chicken (about 1.5 kg)
- 2 cups of jasmine rice
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 inches of ginger, sliced
- 2 stalks of scallions, sliced
- 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon of sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon of soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon of dark soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 4 cups of water
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- 1 tomato, sliced
- 1 bunch of cilantro, chopped

Special equipment needed:
- Rice cooker
- Large pot

Step-by-step instructions:
1. Rinse the chicken and pat it dry. Rub the chicken with salt and let it sit for 30 minutes.
2. In a large pot, add water, ginger, scallions, and 1 tablespoon of salt. Bring it to a boil.
3. Add the chicken to the pot and let it simmer for 30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
4. Remove the chicken from the pot and let it cool.
5. In a rice cooker, add 2 cups of jasmine rice and 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil. Stir to coat the rice with oil.
6. Add 4 cups of chicken broth (from the pot) to the rice cooker. Stir to combine.
7. Cook the rice according to the rice cooker's instructions.
8. In a small bowl, mix together sesame oil, soy sauce, oyster sauce, and dark soy sauce.
9. Once the chicken is cool, debone and slice the chicken.
10. Serve the chicken with the rice, cucumber, tomato, and cilantro.
11. Drizzle the soy sauce mixture over the chicken and rice.


- Time:
Preparation time: 30 minutes
- Cooking time: 1 hour
5. Temperature:
- Chicken should be simmered in boiling water.
Serving size:
- 4 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 650
- Fat: 23g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Protein: 45g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Chicken can be substituted with tofu or tempeh for a vegetarian option.
- Jasmine rice can be substituted with brown rice or quinoa.

Variations:
- Add sliced chili peppers for a spicy kick.
- Use different types of herbs for garnish, such as mint or basil.

Tips and tricks:
- Rubbing the chicken with salt before boiling helps to remove any impurities and adds flavor.
- Use chicken broth instead of water to cook the rice for added flavor.
- Add a pandan leaf to the rice cooker for a fragrant aroma.

Storage instructions:
- Store leftover chicken and rice separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Reheat chicken and rice separately in the microwave or on the stove.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the chicken and rice on a large platter with the cucumber, tomato, and cilantro arranged around it.

Garnishes:
- Garnish with sliced scallions or chopped peanuts.

Pairings:
- Serve with a side of stir-fried vegetables or a simple salad.

Suggested side dishes:
- Stir-fried bok choy
- Steamed broccoli
- Green papaya salad

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the rice is too dry, add more chicken broth or water and stir to combine.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure the chicken is cooked through before serving.

Food history:
- Hainanese chicken rice is a popular dish in Southeast Asia, particularly in Singapore and Malaysia.

Flavor profiles:
- Savory, slightly sweet, and aromatic.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve hot with a side of vegetables or salad.

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Region: Singaporean

Taste: Savory, Tangy, Aromatic, Herbal, Citrusy, Salty