Bring the flavors of the Orient to your kitchen with this easy and delicious Chinese dish. Triple Delight, a popular classic from the Sichuan province, is a crowd-pleaser for both adults and children!
This dish is quick to prepare and requires only a handful of ingredients, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknight dinners. If you’re craving a flavorful meal that everyone at the table will love, give Triple Delight a try!
With minimal effort and simple ingredients, you’ll have this delicious dish ready in no time. Keep reading for a step-by-step guide to making it at home.
EQUIPMENT
- Skillet
- Cutting Board
- Wok
INGREDIENTS
- 1/2 pound premium beef tenderloin, cut into bite-sized pieces for a tender and flavorful addition.
- 1/4 cup fresh snow peas, picked at their peak to add a crisp and refreshing texture.
- 1/4 cup baby corn, carefully selected for its sweet and delicate flavor.
- 1/4 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, lean and protein-rich, cut into bite-sized pieces.
- 1/2 pound medium-sized shrimp, peeled and deveined, for a savory seafood element.
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium chicken stock, providing a light base to enhance the dish.
- 1/2 cup fresh broccoli florets, cut uniformly for a crunchy texture and vibrant color.
- 3/4 tablespoon premium soy sauce, brewed traditionally for a deep umami flavor.
- 1/4 teaspoon Chinese Five Spice Powder, a fragrant blend of star anise, cloves, cinnamon, Sichuan peppercorns, and fennel seeds, adding a complex layer of flavor.
- 1/4 cup red bell pepper, chopped into colorful pieces for a slight tang.
- Peanut oil, with a high smoke point and nutty flavor, for stir-frying.
- 3/4 tablespoon authentic oyster sauce, bringing richness and savory depth.
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar, adding subtle sweetness to balance the flavors.
- 1/2 tablespoon cornstarch, used to thicken the sauce and give it a velvety finish.
INSTRUCTIONS
- Begin by prepping all ingredients: cut the chicken, beef, and shrimp into bite-sized pieces, and chop the bell pepper, snow peas, baby corn, and broccoli.
- In a bowl, whisk together the Chinese five-spice powder, soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, cornstarch, and chicken stock. Set aside.
- Heat a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat, adding 2 tablespoons of peanut oil. Add the chicken and cook until browned on all sides (about 5 minutes). Transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside.
- Add another tablespoon of oil to the pan, then cook the beef for 2 minutes. Add the shrimp and stir-fry for another 3 minutes until cooked through.
- Add the vegetables to the pan and stir-fry for 2 minutes.
- Return the chicken to the pan and pour in the sauce mixture. Stir everything together and cook for a few more minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and coat the ingredients.
- Serve your Triple Delight Chinese Food with steamed rice or your favorite noodles.
NOTES
- Fresh ingredients will give the best flavor.
- If you don’t have Chinese five-spice powder, you can substitute with a blend of ground star anise, cloves, fennel seed, cinnamon, and black pepper.
- Feel free to add other vegetables such as mushrooms or zucchini for extra variety.
