Stir-Fried Velvet Chicken with Snap Peas and Lemon-Ginger Sauce

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
26%
Stir-Fried Velvet Chicken with Snap Peas and Lemon-Ginger Sauce
35 min.
4
426kcal

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This Stir-Fried Velvet Chicken with Snap Peas and Lemon-Ginger Sauce is an explosion of flavors and textures. The chicken is velvety and tender, coated in a mouthwatering sauce with a zesty lemon and ginger kick. The snap peas add a delightful crunch, and the spring onions provide a fresh finish. This dish is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner, yet impressive enough for a special occasion. It's also gluten-free and dairy-free, making it a great option for those with dietary restrictions. With a short prep time and simple ingredients, this recipe is a must-try for any home cook. The chicken is first marinated in a mixture of egg whites, soy sauce, rice wine, and cornstarch, resulting in an incredibly tender and juicy texture. The sauce is a perfect balance of sweet and tangy, with a hint of spice from the ginger. The lemon zest adds a bright, fresh note that ties all the flavors together. Serve this stir-fried chicken with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal that your family and friends will love.

Ingredients

  • large egg whites 
  • tablespoons soya sauce divided ()
  • 0.5 cup rice wine dry divided ()
  • 0.5 cup rice wine dry divided ()
  • 0.5 cup rice wine dry divided ()
  • tablespoons cornstarch divided
  • pound chicken breast boneless skinless sliced into 1/4-inch slices
  • 0.5 cup chicken stock low-sodium homemade store-bought
  • 0.3 cup optional: lemon 
  • strips lemon zest with a vegetable peeler, 2 inches long and 1 inch wide
  • teaspoons sesame oil 
  • tablespoon sugar 
  • tablespoons ginger divided grated
  • pound snow peas trimmed
  • teaspoons garlic clove finely minced
  •  spring onion finely minced
  • 0.5 cup canola oil divided
  • serving kosher salt to taste

Equipment

    Nutrition Facts

    Calories426kcal
    Protein37.75%
    Fat30.69%
    Carbs31.56%

    Properties

    Glycemic Index
    46.9
    Glycemic Load
    2.74
    Inflammation Score
    -9
    Nutrition Score
    25.992608695652%

    Flavonoids

    Eriodictyol
    2.83mg
    Hesperetin
    3.7mg
    Naringenin
    0.07mg
    Luteolin
    0.25mg
    Kaempferol
    0.13mg
    Myricetin
    0.09mg
    Quercetin
    1.14mg

    Nutrients percent of daily need

    Calories:425.73kcal
    21.29%
    Fat:11.07g
    17.03%
    Saturated Fat:1.45g
    9.09%
    Carbohydrates:25.62g
    8.54%
    Net Carbohydrates:21.73g
    7.9%
    Sugar:8.44g
    9.37%
    Cholesterol:72.57mg
    24.19%
    Sodium:714.66mg
    31.07%
    Alcohol:14.49g
    80.5%
    Protein:30.63g
    61.27%
    Vitamin C:80.05mg
    97.03%
    Vitamin B3:13.38mg
    66.89%
    Selenium:40.6µg
    58%
    Vitamin B6:1.09mg
    54.71%
    Vitamin K:51.5µg
    49.05%
    Phosphorus:335.26mg
    33.53%
    Vitamin A:1359.94IU
    27.2%
    Vitamin B5:2.57mg
    25.67%
    Potassium:792.28mg
    22.64%
    Manganese:0.39mg
    19.72%
    Iron:3.45mg
    19.16%
    Magnesium:71.97mg
    17.99%
    Vitamin B1:0.26mg
    17.54%
    Vitamin B2:0.28mg
    16.29%
    Fiber:3.89g
    15.55%
    Folate:61.89µg
    15.47%
    Vitamin E:1.75mg
    11.65%
    Copper:0.19mg
    9.32%
    Calcium:77.21mg
    7.72%
    Zinc:1.13mg
    7.54%
    Vitamin B12:0.26µg
    4.4%