Braised Chicken Thighs with Mixed Pickled with Ginger
There is always a jar of pickled mixed ginger sitting quietly in my refrigerator. I made it a while ago and often use it whenever I need a quick flavor booster for my cooking. Besides serving it as a condiment, the sweet and tangy pickled ginger works wonderfully in braised dishes, especially with chicken. This mixed pickled ginger is made with rice vinegar and cane sugar. It has a sweet and sour, crunchy flavor, making it an appetizer, and a staple dish in many households. The addition of shallots, red bell peppers, cucumbers, carrots, turnips, white gourds, papayas, and young ginger further enhances its flavor. If you enjoy sweet and sour dishes, this is a really good choice . Instead of using a whole chicken as I did in the past, this time I chose chicken thighs. Chicken thighs are one of my favorite cuts because they stay juicy and tender even after simmering. They also absorb flavors exceptionally well, making them perfect for this simple home-style braised dish. The co...