Escabeche Oriental

备料

配料

做法

分步操作

1. 1

   Place the chicken breasts in a large pot and add enough cold water to cover them completely. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat.

   约 10分钟

2. 2

   Once simmering, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and gently poach the chicken for 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through and no longer pink inside.

   约 20分钟

   烹饪提示： Poaching gently ensures the chicken stays tender and moist.

3. 3

   While the chicken poaches, heat a small, dry skillet over high heat. Add the unpeeled garlic cloves and char them on all sides until blackened in spots, about 5-7 minutes.

   约 7分钟

   烹饪提示： Charring the garlic adds a crucial smoky depth to the escabeche.

4. 4

   Remove the charred garlic from the skillet and set aside to cool. Once cool enough to handle, peel away the blackened skins.

   约 3分钟

5. 5

   Using tongs, remove the cooked chicken from the pot and place it on a cutting board to cool slightly. Discard the poaching water.

   约 2分钟

6. 6

   Once the chicken is cool enough to handle, use two forks or your fingers to shred it into large, bite-sized pieces.

   约 5分钟

7. 7

   In the now-empty large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced red onion and carrots and sauté for 5-7 minutes until the onion has softened.

   约 7分钟

8. 8

   Add the peeled charred garlic, cumin seeds, black peppercorns, Mexican oregano, and bay leaves to the pot. Stir constantly for one minute until fragrant.

   约 1分钟

   烹饪提示： Toasting the spices briefly blooms their flavor.

9. 9

   Pour in the white vinegar and the water. Add the salt and the optional sliced jalapeño.

   约 1分钟

10. 10

    Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the vegetables to become tender-crisp.

    约 10分钟

11. 11

    Return the shredded chicken to the pot with the escabeche liquid. Stir gently to combine everything.

    约 1分钟

12. 12

    Remove the pot from the heat, cover, and let it rest for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the chicken to absorb the flavors.

    约 30分钟

    烹饪提示： The flavor improves even more if you let it rest for a few hours or overnight in the fridge.

13. 13

    Serve warm or at room temperature, garnished with fresh cilantro if using.