Delicious Pan-Seared Chicken Thigh Steak with Refreshing Pickled Radish Wraps
Flavorful Chicken Thigh Steak Recipe Paired with Crispy Pickled Radish
Create a restaurant-worthy chicken thigh steak right in your own kitchen! While delicious as a standalone steak, pairing it with sweet and tangy pickled radish wraps elevates the flavor experience to a whole new level. Discover the perfect harmony of freshness and rich taste.
Main Ingredients- 2 Chicken Thighs
- 1/2 Yellow Bell Pepper
- 1/2 Red Bell Pepper
- 1/2 Onion
- 60g Cabbage
- 10 Pickled Radish Wraps (Mu-saeng)
- 15g Radish Sprouts
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, score the chicken thighs about 2-3 times on both the skin side and the flesh side with a knife. This scoring helps the marinade penetrate better and prevents juices from escaping during cooking, resulting in a more tender and moist steak. Sprinkle the scored chicken thighs evenly with 3 pinches of salt and 6 grinds of black pepper for initial seasoning.
Step 2
Next, prepare the vegetables. Wash the half onion, yellow bell pepper, and red bell pepper, remove the seeds, and thinly slice them into strips, perfect for serving alongside the chicken thigh steak. Thinly shred 60g of cabbage for added crispiness. Once these vegetables are prepared, your ingredient preparation is complete, much like making a fresh salad.
Step 3
Let’s make the delicious braising sauce for the chicken thighs! In a small bowl, combine 1.5 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of sugar, and 1.5 tablespoons of mirin. Whisk them together thoroughly. This simple sauce will add a deep, savory flavor to your chicken thighs.
Step 4
Now, it’s time to cook the chicken thighs. Heat a pan over medium heat and place the seasoned chicken thighs, skin-side down first, to sear until golden brown. Once the chicken thighs are partially cooked, pour the prepared braising sauce (1.5 Tbsp soy sauce, 1 Tbsp sugar, 1.5 Tbsp mirin) into the pan. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the pan with a lid, and let the chicken thighs simmer until cooked through and tender. Spoon the flavorful sauce over the chicken thighs intermittently during cooking for an extra glossy and delicious finish.
Step 5
When the chicken thighs are golden brown on both sides and the sauce has slightly reduced, turn off the heat. Slice the perfectly cooked chicken thigh steak into bite-sized pieces and arrange them on a plate. Garnish generously with the prepared shredded vegetables, pickled radish wraps, and fresh radish sprouts for a beautiful presentation. Enjoy your magnificent chicken thigh steak! Wrapping it in pickled radish offers a delightful combination of rich flavors and refreshing tang.
