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Hainanese Chicken Rice

Yields6 ServingsPrep Time30 minsCook Time1 hrTotal Time1 hr 30 mins

For the Chicken:
 1 whole chicken (about 3-4 pounds)
 Salt
 4-5 slices of ginger
 3-4 stalks green onions
 Water (enough to submerge the chicken)
For the Rice:
 2 cups jasmine rice
 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
 1 thumb-sized piece of ginger, minced
 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
 Chicken fat (optional, from the chicken)
 4 cups chicken broth (from poaching the chicken)
For the Chili Sauce:
 4-5 red chilies
 3 cloves garlic
 1-inch piece ginger
 Juice of 1 lime
 Salt to taste
 A splash of chicken broth or water
A splash of chicken broth or water
 Cucumber slices for garnish
 Fresh cilantro for garnish
 Soy sauce (optional, for serving)
1

Prepare the Chicken:

Rub the chicken with salt, then rinse it under cold water. Stuff the cavity with ginger slices and green onions.
In a large pot, bring enough water to cover the chicken to a boil. Add the chicken, ensuring it's fully submerged. Turn the heat to low and simmer for about 30-40 minutes, skimming any foam that forms.
Once cooked, remove the chicken and plunge it into ice water for a few minutes to stop the cooking process and tighten the skin. Then, chop it into serving pieces.

2

Prepare the Rice:

Wash the jasmine rice until the water runs clear. Drain.
In a pot, heat vegetable oil (and chicken fat, if using). Sauté garlic and ginger until aromatic. Add the rice and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes.
Add the chicken broth and bring it to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer until the rice is cooked, about 15-20 minutes.

3

Prepare the Chili Sauce:

Blend chilies, garlic, ginger, lime juice, salt, and a splash of broth or water until smooth.

4

Serve:

Plate the chicken with a scoop of rice, cucumber slices, and cilantro. Serve the chili sauce and a small bowl of extra chicken broth on the side.

Nutrition Facts

0 servings

Serving size

200g

Amount per serving
Calories650
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 30g39%
Sodium 800mg35%
Total Carbohydrate 65g24%

Dietary Fiber 2g8%
Protein 50g

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.