Pro Tips
**Chef's Tips & Troubleshooting:**
- Brown the chicken skin-side down first over medium-high heat until golden and crisp.
- Use a wire rack when baking chicken wings so heat circulates evenly and the skin crisps on all sides.
- Toss chicken wings in cornstarch before baking for an extra-crispy skin without deep frying.
- For chicken stew, skim the foam that rises during the first boil for a cleaner broth.
Cooking Tips
For maximum flavor, season the chicken at least 30 minutes before cooking — ideally overnight in the refrigerator. This allows the marinade to penetrate beyond the surface. Use a meat thermometer to check doneness: 165°F (74°C) at the thickest part of the breast, away from the bone.
Ingredient Substitutions
Chicken alternatives: Pork shoulder or boneless thigh meat can substitute for chicken in stews. For lighter fare, extra-firm tofu or seitan works in stir-fries and braises. Short on time? A pressure cooker (Instant Pot) can reduce cooking time by roughly half for most braised and stewed Filipino dishes. Reduce liquid slightly since less evaporates.
Storage & Reheating
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. The flavors often deepen overnight, making leftovers even more delicious. Reheat on the stovetop over medium-low heat, adding a splash of water or broth if the sauce has thickened during storage. Microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring between each.
Chicken Feet in Oyster Sauce with Salted Black Beans
Chicken feet in oyster sauce with salted black beans — tender braised chicken feet in a savory sauce with tausi and aromatics. Dim sum style at home.
Instructions
- Heat oil in a cooking pot. Fry chicken feet for 3 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- Heat 3 tablespoons oil in a pressure cooker. Saute garlic and onion until onion softens.
- Add chicken feet. Cook for 1 minute.
- Mix in oyster sauce and water. Pressure cook for 18 minutes.
- Pour mirin (or brown sugar) and add salted black beans. Continue cooking until the sauce reduces to half.
- Mix in some chili garlic oil. Stir.
- Transfer to a serving bowl. Serve and enjoy!
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Pro Tips & Troubleshooting
- Brown the chicken skin-side down first over medium-high heat until golden and crisp.
- Use a wire rack when baking chicken wings so heat circulates evenly and the skin crisps on all sides.
- Toss chicken wings in cornstarch before baking for an extra-crispy skin without deep frying.
- For chicken stew, skim the foam that rises during the first boil for a cleaner broth.
Cooking Tips
Use a meat thermometer to check doneness: 165°F (74°C) at the thickest part of the breast, away from the bone.
Substitutions
Short on time? A pressure cooker (Instant Pot) can reduce cooking time by roughly half for most braised and stewed Filipino dishes. Reduce liquid slightly since less evaporates.
Storage & Reheating
Reheat on the stovetop over medium-low heat, adding a splash of water or broth if the sauce has thickened during storage. Microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring between each.
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