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Spicy Chilli Chicken

Spicy Chilli Chicken: Crisp, Flavorful Delight in 30 Minutes

Spicy Chilli Chicken is a quick dinner solution that transforms weeknight meals into a flavor-packed adventure in just under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Hakka
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless Chicken dark meat preferred for juiciness
  • 1 cup Corn Starch for coating
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Green Pepper or substitute with bell peppers
  • 1 medium Onion yellow onion preferred
  • 2 whole Green Chillies adjust to heat preference
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Garlic-Ginger-Onion Mix fresh ingredients recommended
  • 1 tablespoon Chilli Powder adjust for milder taste if desired
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce consider gluten-free tamari
  • 1 tablespoon Dark Soy Sauce reduce for lighter taste
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar substitute with apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Honey substitute with maple syrup if needed
  • 2 tablespoons Water for sauce consistency

Equipment

  • Wok or deep frying pan
  • Cooking thermometer
  • mixing bowl
  • slotted spoon

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Marinate the chicken pieces with garlic-ginger-onion mix, soy sauce, chilli powder, black pepper, and a splash of water. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  2. Chop green peppers and onion into bite-sized pieces, removing seeds from green peppers.
  3. Heat oil in a wok over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (177°C).
  4. Coat marinated chicken with corn starch, then fry in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 5-6 minutes.
  5. In a separate pan, stir-fry garlic-ginger-onion mix for 1-2 minutes. Add onions and green peppers, sautéing for 2 minutes.
  6. Combine dark soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and water in a bowl. Pour over sautéed vegetables and cook for 3-4 minutes to thicken.
  7. Add the fried chicken to the vegetable sauce mixture and toss for 1-2 minutes to coat evenly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Ensure to keep the oil temperature stable while frying for optimal crunchiness. Customize spice levels according to personal preference and enjoy the dish immediately for the best taste.

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