Ingredients
root, pared and cut into thin slices
1 (1-inch square) piece fresh ginger
1 (3 pound) broiler-fryer chicken
1 1/2 cups water
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon five-spice powder
2 1/2 tablespoons dry sherry
2 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 cups salt
4 cups all-purpose flour
6 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce