Isn’t Moo Shu such a fun dish? It’s kinda like nachos; you can eat it the original way, or stack them high, make a crunchy salad out of them. With Moo Shu, you can wrap them up like you’re supposed to, or use the pancake as a big fork thing...

Moo Shu Chicken recipe
Prep Time
40min
Cook Time
30min
Total Time
1hr 10min

Ingredients

4 Servings
(1 serving = 1 portion of Moo Shu Chicken with pancakes and sauce)

For the Chicken

  • chicken, cooked and shredded
    chicken, cooked and shredded
    1lb
  • sesame oil
    sesame oil
    1tsp
  • garlic, minced
    garlic, minced
    1clove
  • ginger
    ginger
    2tbsp
  • bag angel hair slaw
    bag angel hair slaw
    1
  • can bean sprouts
    can bean sprouts
    8oz
  • carrots finely julienned
    carrots finely julienned
    2
  • baby bella or white mushrooms, chopped small
    baby bella or white mushrooms, chopped small
    16oz
  • large onion, diced
    large onion, diced
    1/2
  • soy sauce
    soy sauce
    1tbsp
  • sesame seeds
    sesame seeds

For the Chinese Pancakes

  • AP flour
    AP flour
    2cups
  • hot water
    hot water
    1/2cup
  • cold water
    cold water
    1/2cup
  • sesame oil
    sesame oil
    1/2tbsp

For the Moo Shu Sauce

  • water
    water
    1tbsp
  • cornstarch
    cornstarch
    1tsp
  • white pepper
    white pepper
    1tsp
  • sesame oil
    sesame oil
    1/2tsp
  • oil
    oil
    1tsp
  • ginger
    ginger
    1/2tsp
  • chili garlic sauce
    chili garlic sauce
    1/2tsp

How to make Moo Shu Chicken

For the Chinese Pancakes

  1. Step 1

    Pour the flour into a large bowl. Bring water to a boil, and slowly pour the hot water in, stirring the flour, then pour the cold water in.

  2. Step 2

    Let the flour come to room temperature. Knead the dough in a stand mixer or by hand for 6-10 minutes.

  3. Step 3

    Cover with a wet towel and set aside for 20 to 30 minutes.

  4. Step 4

    Transfer the dough onto a floured surface. Roll the dough into a log, then cut into 20 sections.

  5. Step 5

    Brush oil on the top of one section and the bottom of another, then press the two together. Roll the overlapped pancake into a large circle.

  6. Step 6

    Brush some oil in a pan and fry the pancake until one side is slightly brown, then flip it over to brown the other side.

  7. Step 7

    After finishing, separate each pancake into two and serve while still warm.

For the Chicken

  1. Step 1

    In a large saucepan, add sesame oil over medium heat. When the oil is fragrant, add garlic, ginger, angel hair slaw, bean sprouts, carrots, mushrooms, and onion.

  2. Step 2

    Add the chicken and combine with tongs until mixed well.

  3. Step 3

    Sprinkle with soy sauce and cover, reducing heat to medium-low. Steam until the cabbage has wilted, about 10 minutes.

  4. Step 4

    Remove from heat and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

For the Moo Shu Sauce

  1. Step 1

    Whisk water and cornstarch together in a small bowl.

  2. Step 2

    Put the rest of the ingredients in a small saucepan over medium heat.

  3. Step 3

    Bring to a simmer, add the cornstarch mixture, and whisk until the sauce starts to thicken.

  4. Step 4

    Remove from heat and serve with Moo Shu Chicken.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

403.1kcal (20.16%)

Protein

33.5g (67.1%)

Carbs

40.1g (14.6%)

Sugars

1.7g (3.4%)

Healthy Fat

9.3g

Unhealthy Fat

2.2g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. If making the pancakes feels too daunting, you can use store-bought flour tortillas as a substitute.

  2. Be gentle when separating the pancakes into two to avoid tearing them.

  3. Get your family involved in the cooking process to make it a fun and memorable experience.

  4. Feel free to adjust the sauce ingredients to suit your taste preferences.

FAQS

  1. Can I use store-bought pancakes instead of making them?

    Yes, you can use store-bought flour tortillas as a substitute for the pancakes if making them feels too challenging.

  2. How do I prevent the pancakes from tearing?

    Be gentle when separating the pancakes into two after cooking. Brush oil between the layers to make separation easier.

  3. Can I use other vegetables in this recipe?

    Yes, you can customize the recipe by adding or substituting vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini.

  4. How can I make the sauce spicier?

    To make the sauce spicier, you can increase the amount of chili garlic sauce or add a pinch of red pepper flakes.

  5. Can I prepare the pancakes ahead of time?

    Yes, you can prepare the pancakes ahead of time and reheat them in a pan or microwave before serving.

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