Moo goo gai pan

Moo goo gai pan is a traditional Cantonese dish that has become popular in American Chinese cuisine. The name of the dish translates to "button mushroom chicken slices".

Ingredients

The main ingredients in moo goo gai pan are chicken, button mushrooms, and other vegetables. The chicken is typically sliced into thin pieces and stir-fried with the mushrooms and vegetables in a light sauce. The vegetables can vary, but often include snow peas, bamboo shoots, and water chestnuts.

Preparation

To prepare moo goo gai pan, the chicken is first marinated in a mixture of soy sauce, cornstarch, and other seasonings. The mushrooms and other vegetables are then stir-fried in a wok with garlic and ginger. The chicken is added and stir-fried until cooked through. A sauce made from chicken broth, soy sauce, and cornstarch is then added and the dish is cooked until the sauce thickens.

Variations

While the traditional version of moo goo gai pan includes chicken and mushrooms, there are many variations of the dish. Some versions may include other types of meat, such as beef or pork, or other types of mushrooms. Some versions may also include other vegetables, such as carrots, broccoli, or bell peppers.

In popular culture

Moo goo gai pan has been featured in several films and television shows, often as a symbol of Americanized Chinese food. For example, it is mentioned in the film The Fortune Cookie and the television show The Big Bang Theory.

See also

• List of Chinese dishes
• American Chinese cuisine
• Cantonese cuisine

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