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Beijing Stew with Chicken & Shrimp

A quick, warming Chinese stew with tender chicken and shrimp in a ginger-soy broth, finished with crispy garlic and fresh greens. Ready in 20 minutes.

Total time
20 min
Servings
4
Calories
285
Protein
42g
Beijing Stew with Chicken & Shrimp
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Cut chicken thighs into 1-inch pieces. Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.

  2. Step 2

    Add ginger slices and stir for 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in soy sauce and broth.

  3. Step 3

    Bring to a boil, then add chicken pieces. Simmer for 8 minutes until cooked through.

  4. Step 4

    Add shrimp and bok choy to the pot. Simmer for 3 minutes until shrimp is pink and bok choy is tender.

  5. Step 5

    Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and soy sauce if needed. Drizzle chili oil over the top.

  6. Step 6

    Serve hot in bowls, dividing broth, protein, and greens equally among portions.

Tools you’ll need

  • large pot (4-quart or larger)
  • cutting board
  • chef's knife
  • wooden spoon or ladle

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