Ingredients

  • 3 Tbsp. oil (peanut)
  • 2 to 4 c. cabbage
  • 2 stalks celery
  • 1 bunch scallions
  • 1 c. bean sprouts
  • 3 Tbsp. cornstarch
  • 1/2 c. mushrooms
  • 1/2 c. green pepper, cut into strips
  • 1/2 c. sugar peas
  • 1/2 c. water chestnuts
  • 1 carrot, grated
  • 1 (2 to 4 lb.) chicken
  • soy sauce

Method

  • Place washed chicken in pot; cover 2/3 with water.
  • Boil chicken, reserving stock, to desired doneness.
  • Debone chicken; set aside.
  • Warm 1 cup stock with 1/3 of grated carrot.
  • Add onion, green pepper and chicken stock mixture; set aside.
  • When cool, add cornstarch; mix well.
  • Set aside.
  • Cut vegetables (remember, cut thinly).
  • Heat oil in wok to 350° to 380°.
  • Add onions; stir for 2 minutes.
  • Add rest of vegetables; stir-fry until glossy or desired doneness.
  • Add stock; stir until slightly thick.
  • Splash on soy sauce to taste.
  • Seve over rice or noodles.