Butterflies Are Free Recipe

Celebrate the Lunar New Year with this vibrant and delicious Butterflies Are Free recipe, adapted from Martin Yan's classic Joy of Wokking cookbook! This isn't for the faint of heart (or dieters!) – get ready for a flavour explosion of authentic Chinese-Vietnamese flavors. Perfect for a festive gathering or a special treat.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 1214.3 kcal
Protein 12g
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Ingredients for Butterflies Are Free

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How to Make Butterflies Are Free

  1. Prepare all ingredients: finely mince the garlic, ginger, and chilies. Slice the chicken breast into thin, bite-sized pieces. Trim and wash the green onions, then slice thinly. Set aside.
  2. Heat the wok or large skillet over high heat. Add the oil and swirl to coat. Add the chicken and stir-fry until browned and cooked through. Remove chicken from wok and set aside.
  3. Add the garlic, ginger, and chilies to the wok and stir-fry for about 30 seconds, until fragrant.
  4. Add the snow peas and mushrooms. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until slightly tender-crisp.
  5. Return the cooked chicken to the wok. Add the soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice wine, and sugar. Stir-fry to combine.
  6. Add the green onions and sesame oil. Stir-fry for another minute to combine and heat through.
  7. Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles. Garnish with extra sesame seeds, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

15 g

Sugar

66g

Fat

82g

Carbs

17g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Butterflies Are Free?

Butterflies Are Free takes about 65 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 50 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Butterflies Are Free?

Butterflies Are Free has approximately 1214.3 calories per serving, with about 12 g protein, 17 g carbohydrates and 169 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Butterflies Are Free?

The key ingredients for Butterflies Are Free are Egg Roll Wraps, Oil, Sugar, Toasted Sesame Seeds. See the full list with measurements above.

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