Braised Chicken Legs

Method

1. 01

   Step 1

   Clean the chicken legs.

   

2. 02

   Step 2

   Make two slits on the chicken leg with a knife, and do the same on the other side, to help it absorb the marinade.

   

3. 03

   Step 3

   Place chicken legs in a pot of cold water with a spoonful of cooking wine. Bring to a boil over high heat for three minutes, then remove.

   

4. 04

   Step 4

   Prepare sliced ​​ginger, cleaned star anise, bay leaves, scallion whites, and dried red chilies.

   

5. 05

   Step 5

   Heat oil in a pan, add chicken legs and pan-fry briefly.

   

6. 06

   Step 6

   Add ginger, star anise, scallion whites, bay leaves, and dried red chilies and stir-fry until fragrant.

   

7. 07

   Step 7

   Add some dark soy sauce for color.

   

8. 08

   Step 8

   Pour in warm water to cover the chicken legs, turn the heat to medium-low, cover and simmer 20 minutes.

   

9. 09

   Step 9

   Add half a spoonful of salt, thirteen-spice powder, and sugar, cover, and simmer for 5 minutes.

   

10. 10

    Step 10

    Once the broth has reduced, add chopped green onions and stir-fry evenly.

    

11. 11

    Step 11

    Finished product image