Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
500 g

Boneless chicken breasts

cut into strips

3 tbsp

Extra Virgin Olive Oil

1 unit

Bell Peppers (Capsicum)

cut into 1-inch squares

1 unit

Onion

cut to half and layers separated

6 cloves

Garlic

minced

6 unit

Green Chillies

slit vertically

2 stalks

Spring Onion

finely chopped

4 tbsp

Soy sauce

2 tsp

Whole Black Peppercorns

coarsely pounded

1 tsp

Red Chilli powder

1 unit

Eggs

1 tbsp

Rice flour

2 tbsp

Red Chilli sauce

2 tsp

Tomato Ketchup

3 tbsp

Honey

Step 1
~4 min

Wash chicken breasts and cut into vertical strips or small cubes.

Step 2
~4 min

In a bowl, beat the egg and combine with soy sauce, black pepper powder, red chili powder, rice flour, and chicken strips. Mix well.

Step 3
~4 min

Heat a skillet and drizzle oil.

Step 4
~4 min

Place the coated chicken pieces in the skillet, ensuring they are not overcrowded.

Step 5
~4 min

Fry on medium-high heat until golden brown and cooked through.

Step 6
~4 min

Check doneness with a toothpick.

Step 7
~4 min

While the chicken is cooking, prepare the sauce.

Step 8
~4 min

In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, red chili sauce, tomato ketchup, crushed black pepper, and honey.

Step 9
~4 min

Heat a tablespoon of oil in a saucepan and add chopped garlic. Sauté for a few seconds.

Step 10
~4 min

Add chilies, onions, and bell pepper to the saucepan. Mix and cover.

Step 11
~4 min

Cook on medium heat for 2-3 minutes.

Step 12
~4 min

Pour in the prepared sauce and mix.

Step 13
~4 min

Add the pan-fried chicken to the sauce and mix well.

Step 14
~4 min

Sprinkle chopped spring onions and mix.

Step 15
~4 min

Simmer on low heat for 5 minutes and remove from heat.

Step 16
~4 min

Serve as an appetizer or with rice and other Chinese dishes.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of chilli powder and green chillies to your spice preference.

Marinating the chicken for longer will enhance the flavor.

Serve immediately for the best texture.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be prepared a few hours in advance; store the sauce and chicken separately.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with plain rice.

Serve with Chinese Vegetable Fried Rice.

Serve as an appetizer.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Vegetable Spring Rolls
Wonton Soup

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

China

Cultural Significance

Popular in Chinese restaurants worldwide.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Chinese New Year
Family gatherings

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Casual Dining
Party Appetizer

Popularity Score

75/100

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