Chinese Cabbage Steak and Garlic Butter Chicken
A simple yet irresistible dish, where the sweetness of Chinese cabbage meets the richness of chicken and the subtle fragrance of golden garlic. This juicy steak of perfectly grilled cabbage will delight your taste buds.
Ingredients (for 2 people)
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Chinese cabbage: 1/4 cabbage (about 500 g)
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Chicken thigh (small): 1 piece (about 200 g)
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Minced garlic: to taste
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Salt: 1 teaspoon
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Pepper: a pinch
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Olive oil: 1 tablespoon
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Butter: 20 g
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Soy sauce: 2 teaspoons
Preparation
1. Preparation of ingredients:
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Cut the Chinese cabbage in half lengthwise.
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Trim excess fat from the chicken thigh, pat dry with paper towels, then season with 1 teaspoon salt and a pinch of pepper.
2. Grill the garlic, cabbage and chicken:
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Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over low heat. Add the minced garlic and cook until crispy. Then remove the garlic pieces and place them on a paper towel.
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Place the Chinese cabbage (cut side down) and chicken (skin side down) in the pan. Grill over medium heat for 5 to 6 minutes, until golden brown.
3. Turn and finish cooking:
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Turn the Chinese cabbage and chicken over, then continue cooking over medium heat for another 5 to 6 minutes, until the cabbage is tender and the chicken is cooked through.
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Add the butter and soy sauce to the pan, stir to coat the ingredients well.
4. Finishes and service:
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Cut the chicken into pieces and place it in a dish with the Chinese cabbage.
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Sprinkle with the crispy garlic pieces to add a crunchy and aromatic touch.
Nutritional value:
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370 kcal per person
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Salt: 2.3 g
Practical note: At first, the pan may seem too full with 2 pieces of Chinese cabbage and 1 piece of chicken, but don't worry: the vegetables will reduce in volume during cooking. Remember to adjust the arrangement halfway through cooking if necessary.
A dish to be enjoyed hot, accompanied by rice or bread, for a simple but flavorful dinner!