Sweet and Sour Chicken
Sweet and Sour Chicken is a classic Chinese dish that is loved by many. This dish is a perfect combination of sweet and tangy flavors that will leave your taste buds craving for more. In this recipe, we will show you how to make this delicious dish in just a few simple steps.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 can pineapple chunks, drained
- 1/2 cup white vinegar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water
- Salt and pepper to taste
Serves: 4
Cooking Tips:
- Make sure to cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces to ensure even cooking.
- Coat the chicken with cornstarch before frying to make it crispy.
- Drain the pineapple chunks well to avoid making the sauce too watery.
Instructions:
1. In a bowl, coat the chicken pieces with cornstarch and season with salt and pepper.
2. Heat the vegetable oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken until golden brown and crispy. Remove from the pan and set aside.
3. In the same pan, sauté the bell peppers and onion until tender.
4. Add the pineapple chunks and cook for another minute.
5. In a separate bowl, mix together the white vinegar, brown sugar, ketchup, and soy sauce. Pour the mixture into the pan and bring to a boil.
6. Add the cornstarch mixture to the pan and stir until the sauce thickens.
7. Add the fried chicken to the pan and toss until coated with the sauce.
8. Serve hot with steamed rice.
Appearance and Taste:
Sweet and Sour Chicken is a colorful dish that is sure to catch your eye. The crispy chicken pieces are coated in a thick, tangy sauce that is perfectly balanced with the sweetness of the pineapple. The bell peppers and onions add a nice crunch to the dish. This dish is a perfect blend of sweet and sour flavors that will leave you wanting more.
Type of Dish: Chinese Main Course
Main Ingredients: Chicken, Pineapple, Bell Peppers
