Spicy sweet and sour chicken
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Recipe type: Lunch
Cuisine: Chinese
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This spicy twist on sweet and sour chicken brings together the best of Chinese flavour profiles. By adding different types of chillies to the classic tangy-sweet sauce, we create a dish that dances on the palate with waves of heat, sweetness, and tartness. The crispy chicken pieces, coated in a light yet crunchy batter, soak up the complex sauce while maintaining their crunch. It's a perfect example of how a modern interpretation can breathe new life into a takeout favourite.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
  • 500g chicken thigh, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 egg
  • ½ cup cornstarch
  • Salt and pepper
  • Oil for frying
For the Spicy Sweet and Sour Sauce:
  • 3 tablespoons ketchup
  • 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2-3 Thai red chillies, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon chilli oil
  • 1 teaspoon chilli flakes
  • ½ cup chicken stock
Vegetables:
  • 1 red bell pepper, chunked
  • 1 green bell pepper, chunked
  • 1 onion, chunked
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 thumb ginger, minced
  • 1 fresh red chili, sliced for garnish
  • Pineapple chunks (optional)
Instructions
  1. Coat chicken pieces in beaten egg, then dredge in seasoned cornstarch.
  2. Deep fry chicken at 180°C (350°F) until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
  3. For the sauce: Combine ketchup, vinegar, sugar, soy sauce, chopped Thai chillies, chili oil, and stock in a bowl.
  4. In a wok, stir-fry garlic, ginger, and onions until fragrant.
  5. Add bell peppers, stir-fry for 1 minute.
  6. Pour in sauce mixture, bring to simmer.
  7. Add fried chicken pieces, toss to coat.
  8. Garnish with fresh chili slices and serve hot with rice.
Notes
This recipe yields 4 portions

Keywords: . Spicy sweet and sour chicken

This is a fusion version adding heat to the traditional dish. You can adjust the number and types of chillies to control spiciness.
Nutrition Information
Serving size: 320 grams Calories: 1014 kcal Fat: 74 g Saturated fat: 12 g Unsaturated fat: 11 gr Carbohydrates: 41 g Sugar: 12 g Sodium: 1203 mg Fiber: 4 g Protein: 41 g Cholesterol: 412 mg
Recipe by The Chilli Workshop at https://chilliworkshop.co.uk/recipes-with-chilllies/chicken-with-chillies/sweet-and-sour-chicken/