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Name: Authentic Gong Bao Ji Ding (Kung Pao Chicken)
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Yield: 3
Cuisine: China
Ingredients: 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1/2-inch cubes; 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine; 1 teaspoon light soy sauce; 1 teaspoon cornstarch; 1/4 teaspoon white pepper; 1/2 cup roasted unsalted peanuts; 6-8 dried red chilies, halved and deseeded; 1 tablespoon Sichuan peppercorns; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 inch ginger, minced; 3 stalks scallions, white parts sliced, green parts chopped for garnish; 1/2 cup diced celery or cucumber (optional, for crunch); 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 tablespoon sesame oil; *Sauce:**; 1 tablespoon Chinkiang black vinegar; 1 tablespoon light soy sauce; 1 teaspoon dark soy sauce (for color); 1 tablespoon sugar; 1 teaspoon cornstarch; 2 tablespoons water