Yao Family Tea-Flavored Chicken

Yao Family Tea-Flavored Chicken

　　Yao Family Tea-Flavored Chicken

　　Ingredients: one young rooster, 50 grams of tea leaves, 50 grams of peanut shell powder, an appropriate amount of refined salt, star anise, sandalwood, fennel, Sichuan peppercorn, and white braising sauce.

　　Preparation:

　　1. Clean and prepare the young rooster by removing the internal organs and rinsing off the blood. Place it in a pot with water, add refined salt, star anise, sandalwood, fennel, Sichuan peppercorn, and white braising sauce. Bring to a boil and cook until done, then remove and pat dry.

　　2. Place tea leaves and peanut shell powder at the bottom of an iron pot, and set up a wire rack on top. Heat the pot over high heat until smoke begins to rise. Place the chicken on the rack, cover, and smoke. Remember to turn the chicken occasionally during the smoking process. When the chicken turns golden and shiny, remove it. It can be served whole or sliced into strips 5 cm long and 1.5 cm wide, arranged on a plate to resemble a whole chicken. Drizzle with sesame oil and white braising sauce before serving.

　　Features: Golden and shiny in color, rich in tea aroma, tender and juicy meat with a refreshing taste.