Sichuan Numbing-Spicy Rabbit Stir-Fry (Ma La Tu Ding) - Chicken Substitute Available

A fiery and flavorful Sichuan stir-fry featuring tender rabbit (or chicken) and crisp vegetables in a signature numbing-spicy sauce.

Prep Time

20 minutes

Total Time

45 minutes

Calories

450 kcal

Difficulty

Medium

Equipment

3 items

Cost

£2.30/serving

Season:

Meal Type:

Cuisine:

Main Ingredient:

Cooking Style:

Dietary:

Gluten-Free•Dairy-Free

Mood:

Spicy

Ingredients

Servings

1lbRabbit meat (diced into 1/2-inch cubes)(Substitute with chicken breast or thighs, diced similarly, if rabbit is unavailable.)

£6.00

1tbspSoy sauce(Use gluten-free soy sauce for a gluten-free dish.)

£0.05

1tbspShaoxing wine(Dry sherry can be substituted.)

£0.15

1tbspCornstarch

£0.03

2tbspVegetable oil(For stir-frying)

£0.04

8piecesDried red chili peppers(Adjust to your spice preference; cut into 1/2-inch pieces, seeds removed)

£0.20

1tbspSichuan peppercorns(For that signature 'ma la' (numbing-spicy) flavor)

£0.30

4clovesGarlic(Minced)

£0.10

1inchGinger(Peeled and minced)

£0.15

1tbspDoubanjiang (Sichuan chili bean paste)(Use a good quality brand)

£0.25

1tbspLight soy sauce

£0.05

1tspDark soy sauce(For color)

£0.03

1tspSugar

£0.01

2tbspChicken broth or water

£0.05

0.3cupPeanuts (roasted, unsalted)(Optional garnish)

£0.30

2stalksScallions(Chopped, for garnish)

£0.40

1mediumBell pepper (any color)(Diced)

£0.70

2stalksCelery(Thinly sliced)

£0.30

1mediumCarrot(Diced)

£0.10

Total Cost

£9.21

£2.30 per serving

Instructions

1.
In a bowl, marinate the rabbit (or chicken) with 1 tbsp soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, and cornstarch for at least 15 minutes.
2.
In a small bowl, combine light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, sugar, and chicken broth (or water). Set aside.
3.
Heat 1 tbsp of vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add the marinated rabbit (or chicken) and stir-fry until browned and cooked through. Remove from the wok and set aside.
4.
Heat the remaining 1 tbsp of vegetable oil in the wok. Add the dried chili peppers and Sichuan peppercorns and stir-fry for about 30 seconds, or until fragrant, being careful not to burn them. (Adjust the amounts of these spices to your preferred spice level.)
5.
Add the garlic and ginger to the wok and stir-fry for another 15 seconds until fragrant.
6.
Add the doubanjiang and stir-fry for 30 seconds, until the oil turns red. (This step is crucial for flavor, but be careful not to burn the paste.)
7.
Add the bell pepper, celery, and carrot to the wok and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, or until slightly tender.
8.
Return the cooked rabbit (or chicken) to the wok.
9.
Pour the sauce mixture over the ingredients in the wok and stir-fry until the sauce has thickened and coats everything evenly.
10.
Garnish with roasted peanuts and chopped scallions before serving. Serve hot with steamed rice.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (250g)

450 kcal / 1883 kJ

Carbs

20g

8% of RDA

Fat

25g

36% of RDA

Protein

35g

70% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

4 g

13% of RDA

Sugar

7 g

8% of RDA

Sodium

800 mg

35% of RDA

Saturated Fat

4 g

20% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For a more intense numbing sensation, lightly toast the Sichuan peppercorns in a dry pan before adding them to the wok.

Adjust the amount of chili peppers and doubanjiang to your preferred level of spiciness.

Make sure your wok is very hot before adding the ingredients for the best stir-fry results.

Do not overcrowd the wok, stir-fry in batches if needed.

Cooking Equipment

Wok or large skillet

Cutting board

Knives

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Chef's Tips

For a more intense numbing sensation, lightly toast the Sichuan peppercorns in a dry pan before adding them to the wok.

Adjust the amount of chili peppers and doubanjiang to your preferred level of spiciness.

Make sure your wok is very hot before adding the ingredients for the best stir-fry results.

Do not overcrowd the wok, stir-fry in batches if needed.

Sichuan Numbing-Spicy Rabbit Stir-Fry (Ma La Tu Ding) - Chicken Substitute Available

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