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Spicy Chinese Chicken

Deliciously Crispy Spicy Chinese Chicken You’ll Love

Sizzling hot and loaded with flavor, this Spicy Chinese Chicken offers a customizable culinary adventure.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces Chicken Breasts can substitute with chicken thighs, tofu, or shrimp
  • 1 unit Egg binds the marinade
  • 0.5 cup Cornstarch for crispy texture
For the Marinade
  • 3 tablespoons Garlic Ginger Paste fresh or store-bought
  • 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce low-sodium if preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder adjust based on heat preference
For the Sauce
  • 0.5 cup Walnut Oil or vegetable oil for frying
  • 1 unit Red Onion finely chopped
  • 1 unit Red Chili Pepper chopped
  • 1 unit Green Chili Pepper chopped
  • 3 tablespoons Tomato Ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons Honey or agave syrup for vegan option
  • 2 tablespoons Sweet Chili Sauce
For Garnishing
  • 0.5 cup Cashew Nuts optional
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions sliced

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Skillet
  • Whisk
  • Paper towels

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Marinade: In a mixing bowl, combine the egg, garlic ginger paste, chili powder, and soy sauce. Whisk until blended, then add cornstarch and mix to create a thick marinade. Cube chicken breasts and coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  2. Shallow Fry the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add walnut oil. Place marinated chicken pieces in hot oil without overcrowding. Fry for 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
  3. Make the Dragon Sauce: In the same skillet, sauté chopped red onion for 2-3 minutes. Add garlic ginger paste and cook for another minute. Then add chopped red and green chilies. Stir in ketchup, honey, and sweet chili sauce; simmer for 3-4 minutes.
  4. Combine Chicken and Sauce: Once sauce thickens, toss crispy chicken into the skillet and stir to coat in sauce. Cook for 1-2 minutes on low heat.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Transfer to a serving platter, garnish with cashew nuts and green onions if desired. Serve hot over rice or stir-fried vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 55gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

To prevent soggy chicken, use cornstarch in the marinade. Adjust spice levels to your liking, and refrain from overcrowding the pan during frying.

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