Kung Pao Chicken
"One of the most popular dishes throughout China and the Western world alike, this sweet and spicy chicken dish is not for the faint of taste buds. It packs a punch, or should we say, "PAO, right in the kisser!"..."
INGREDIENTS
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3 tablespoons peanut or vegetable oil
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6-10 dried hot red chili peppers (or less according to heat preference), seeded and membranes removed (gloves recommended)
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1 1/2 pounds chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 1/2 teaspoons fresh ginger, minced
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3/4 cup dry roasted peanuts
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1 bunch green onions (about 6 green onions)
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1 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
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1 tablespoon Chinese rice wine or sherry
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3/4 teaspoon cornstarch
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1/4 cup black Chinese vinegar or dark balsamic vinegar
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3 tablespoons soy sauce
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1 1/2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
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3 tablespoons white sugar
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2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
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2 teaspoons cornstarch
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