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Sweet and Sour Chicken
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 pound of boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1/2 cup of cornstarch
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1/4 cup of vegetable oil
- 1 bell pepper, cut into chunks
- 1 onion, cut into chunks
- 1 cup of pineapple chunks
- 1/2 cup of ketchup
- 1/3 cup of rice vinegar
- 1/4 cup of brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon of cornstarch dissolved in 2 tablespoons of water
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, toss the chicken pieces with 1/2 cup of cornstarch until evenly coated. Dip each coated chicken piece into the beaten eggs, then set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the coated chicken pieces and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the bell pepper and onion chunks, and cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened. Add the pineapple chunks and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- In a small bowl, mix together the ketchup, rice vinegar, brown sugar, and soy sauce. Pour the sauce into the skillet with the vegetables and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the cornstarch mixture and continue to simmer until the sauce has thickened, about 2-3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the cooked chicken back into the skillet and toss to coat with the sweet and sour sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through.
- Serve the sweet and sour chicken over steamed rice and enjoy!
Sweet and Sour Chicken is a popular Chinese dish with a history dating back to the Qing Dynasty. It is believed to have originated in the Hunan province, known for its bold and spicy flavors. The dish gained popularity in the United States in the 20th century, where it was adapted to suit American tastes. The tangy and sweet sauce, made from vinegar, sugar, and ketchup, perfectly complements the crispy chicken pieces. Today, it is a staple in Chinese-American cuisine, with variations found in different regions. Chefs often add pineapple, bell peppers, and onions to enhance the flavors. For the best version, visit renowned Chinese restaurants in cities like San Francisco or New York. The key to a perfect Sweet and Sour Chicken lies in achieving the right balance of sweet and tangy flavors, along with perfectly cooked, crispy chicken. Some alternative methods include using different meats like pork or shrimp, and experimenting with the sauce ingredients to create unique variations.
40 min
4
380 calories
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