Gong Bao Chicken with Shiitake Mushrooms

Ingredients

• Roasted peanuts (1/2 cup)
• Green onions (4, sliced)
• Shiitake mushrooms (8 ounces, sliced)
• Ginger (1 tablespoon, minced)
• Garlic (3 cloves, minced)
• Dried red chili peppers (4-6, chopped)
• Sesame oil (1 tablespoon)
• Sugar (1 tablespoon)
• Rice vinegar (1 tablespoon)
• Soy sauce (2 tablespoons)
• Cornstarch (2 tablespoons)
• Chicken breast (1 pound, cut into bite-sized pieces)

Instructions

1. In a bowl, mix together the cornstarch, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, and sesame oil.
2. Add the chicken and toss to coat. Let marinate for 10 minutes.
3. Heat a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add a tablespoon of oil and swirl to coat.
4. Add the dried chili peppers, garlic, and ginger. Stir-fry for 30 seconds.
5. Add the chicken and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, until browned.
6. Add the shiitake mushrooms and green onions. Stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes.
7. Add the peanuts and stir-fry for another minute.
8. Serve hot with rice.