Chinese Dish

Soy Sauce Chicken

豉油鸡

Also known as: Si yau gai, Cantonese soy sauce chicken, Chi you ji

What is Soy Sauce Chicken?

A Cantonese siu mei dish of whole chicken poached in master sauce of soy sauce, sugar, star anise, and aromatics until silky and richly flavored.

Typical Ingredients

whole chicken
soy sauce
dark soy sauce
sugar
star anise
ginger
scallions
shaoxing wine

Allergen Information

Always confirm with restaurant staff before ordering.

Soy
Often Present
Gluten
Often Present
Sesame
Sometimes Present
Sulphites
Sometimes Present

Soy sauce (wheat) is defining. Shaoxing wine may contain sulphites.

Questions to Ask Staff

Important questions to confirm with restaurant staff.

Is sesame oil used?
Is Shaoxing wine in the poaching liquid?

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Important Disclaimer

Allergen information is based on typical recipes and may vary by restaurant, region, or preparation method. Always confirm with restaurant staff before ordering.