Cooking Chinese Chilli Chicken

Cooking Chinese Chilli Chicken

Introduction:

Chinese Chilli Chicken is a delicious and popular dish that combines the flavors of tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and a spicy sauce. If you're looking to recreate this flavorful dish at home, follow this step-by-step guide that will take you through the entire cooking process. Get ready to impress your friends and family with your culinary skills!

Ingredients:

500 grams boneless chicken, cut into bite-sized pieces

2 tablespoons cornstarch

1 tablespoon soy sauce

1 teaspoon ginger paste

1 teaspoon garlic paste

1/2 teaspoon black pepper powder

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

1 medium onion, sliced

1 medium capsicum (bell pepper), sliced

2-3 green chillies, sliced

2 tablespoons tomato ketchup

1 tablespoon soy sauce

1 tablespoon red chili sauce

1 tablespoon vinegar

1 tablespoon honey (optional)

Salt to taste

Spring onions, chopped (for garnish)

Step 1: Marinate the Chicken In a bowl, combine the chicken pieces with cornstarch, soy sauce, ginger paste, garlic paste, black pepper powder, and a pinch of salt. Mix well to ensure that the chicken is evenly coated. Let the chicken marinate for about 15-20 minutes.

Step 2: Cook the Chicken Heat vegetable oil in a wok or a large pan over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the marinated chicken pieces. Stir-fry the chicken until it turns golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set it aside.

Step 3: Prepare the Sauce In the same pan, add a little more oil if needed, and then add the sliced onions, capsicum, and green chillies. Stir-fry the vegetables for a few minutes until they are slightly softened but still retain their crunch.

Step 4: Add the Sauce Ingredients Next, add the tomato ketchup, soy sauce, red chili sauce, vinegar, and honey (if using) to the pan. Stir well to combine the sauce ingredients with the vegetables.

Step 5: Combine the Chicken and Sauce Return the cooked chicken to the pan and toss it with the sauce and vegetables until everything is well-coated. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. Adjust the seasoning with salt if needed.

Step 6: Garnish and Serve Turn off the heat and garnish the Chinese Chilli Chicken with chopped spring onions. Transfer the dish to a serving platter and serve hot with steamed rice or noodles.