Moo Shu Chicken with Mandarin Pancakes
Moo Shu Chicken with Mandarin Pancakes is a popular Chinese dish that is loved for its savory and flavorful combination of tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and soft, thin pancakes. This traditional dish originates from Northern China and is known for its unique presentation and rich, aromatic taste.
Prep Time:
30 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Additional Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
50 mins
Servings:
5
Yield:
5 servings
Ingredients
Directions
Step 1
Mix hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, oyster sauce, soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, and Chinese five-spice powder together in a bowl. Add chicken strips and let marinate for 10 minutes.
Step 2
Heat 1 tablespoon sesame oil in a large wok over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken. Stir-fry until no longer pink in the center and juices run clear, about 5 minutes. Transfer chicken to a bowl. Wipe out wok.
Step 3
Pour remaining tablespoon sesame oil into wok over medium-high heat. Add shiitake mushrooms, napa cabbage, carrots, red cabbage, and scallions; stir-fry until crisp-tender, about 3 minutes. Pour in water.
Step 4
Pour beaten egg into vegetable mixture; stir-fry 1 to 2 minutes. Add cooked chicken and stir-fry to combine.
Step 5
Heat pancakes according in a microwave oven until warmed, 30 seconds to 1 minute.
Step 6
Divide stir-fry mixture between pancakes and fold over like a taco or wrap like a sandwich wrap. Serve.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
374
Calories
14g
Fat
43g
Carbs
18g
Protein
Complement
The dish is typically made by stir-frying shredded chicken, mushrooms, cabbage, and other vegetables in a fragrant blend of soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and Chinese five-spice powder. The mixture is then served with delicate, thin Mandarin pancakes, which are used to wrap up the savory filling in a delicious and satisfying meal. The contrast in textures and flavors, along with the interactive aspect of assembling the pancakes at the table, makes Moo Shu Chicken a fun and enjoyable dining experience for both individuals and groups. Whether enjoyed as a main dish or as part of a larger meal, Moo Shu Chicken with Mandarin Pancakes is a delightful and satisfying choice for those seeking a taste of authentic Chinese cuisine.
