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Chicken Gizzard Stir Fry
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How to Cook Chicken Gizzard Stir Fry

Here is a chicken gizzard recipe stir fried in oyster sauce. This recipe is not the usual chicken liver and gizzard with adobo style cooking.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time50 minutes
Total Time1 hour 5 minutes
Course: Chicken Recipe
Cuisine: Filipino
Keyword: chicken gizzard, gizzard stir fry
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 223kcal
Author: Manny

Ingredients

  • 1 kilo chicken gizzard
  • 1/2 head garlic minced
  • 1 inch ginger cut into thin strips
  • 1/2 inch ginger cut into slivers
  • 1 medium size onion chopped
  • 2-3 long green chili sliced diagonally
  • 3/4 cup oyster sauce
  • 1 pc onion chopped
  • 2 Tbsp. soy sauce
  • 1/2 tsp. ground black pepper
  • 2 pcs star anise optional
  • cooking oil

Instructions

How to cook Chicken Gizzard Stir Fry:

  • Wash chicken gizzard thoroughly. Remove the yellowish skin on the gizzard if you bought it from the wet market.
  • Then rub the gizzard with rock salt to remove the mucus and odor of the gizzard.
  • Place the gizzard in medium size pan and add enough water to cover.
  • Add in the crushed garlic, ginger slices, bring to a boil and simmer for 30 minutes or until tender.
  • When done discard water and keep aside gizzard to cool down.
  • Slice the tender gizzard into bite size, keep aside.
  • In a wok heat generous amount of cooking oil until it start to smoke.
  • Saute the garlic, ginger strips, star anise for about a minute, add in the onion and continue to stir fry for another minute.
  • Add in the chicken gizzard and stir cook for st least 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the oyster sauce, soy sauce and 1/2 cup of water bring to a boil and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes stirring occasionally until the liquid turns to a thick oily sauce and almost dry.
  • Season with the ground black pepper, add the sliced chili and cook for another minute.

Notes

Cooking Tips for Perfect Chicken Gizzard Stir Fry

  1. Tenderizing Magic: The Boiling Process - Before diving into the stir-frying adventure, ensure your chicken gizzards reach the pinnacle of tenderness. The secret lies in the boiling process. After slicing and cleaning the gizzards, let them simmer in a pot with crushed garlic and ginger for a good 30 minutes. This not only tenderizes the gizzards but also infuses them with a subtle depth of flavor. Remember to discard the water after boiling and allow the gizzards to cool before stir-frying.
  2. Oil Temperature Matters: Achieving the Perfect Sear -The sizzling sound of ingredients hitting the hot wok is music to a chef's ears, but achieving the perfect sear requires careful attention to oil temperature. Heat a generous amount of cooking oil until it starts to smoke slightly. This ensures that when the gizzards hit the wok, they cook quickly, sealing in their natural juices and creating a delightful caramelization. A well-seared exterior is the key to a flavorful and visually appealing Chicken Gizzard Stir Fry.