Chinese cuisine
Sweet and Sour Chicken
Crispy chicken pieces drenched in a tangy-sweet sauce, perfect for a quick and satisfying lunch.
Our Sweet and Sour Chicken is a delightful fusion of tender, breaded chicken coated in a zesty sweet-and-sour glaze. Each bite offers a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that dance on your palate, complementing steamed rice or crisp salad sides beautifully.
Method
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Coat the chicken with egg white:
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In a bowl, combine the chicken with the egg white, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, and cornstarch. Stir to coat the chicken evenly. Let sit for 15 minutes at room temperature or up to overnight in the refrigerator.
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Make the sweet and sour sauce:
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Whisk together the pineapple juice, vinegar, ketchup, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, and brown sugar.
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Stir-fry the chicken over high heat:
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Heat a large frying pan or wok over high heat until a bead of water instantly sizzles and evaporates. Pour in 1 tablespoon of cooking oil and swirl to coat. It's important that the pan is very hot.
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Add the chicken and spread the pieces out in one layer. Let the chicken fry untouched for 1 minute, until the bottoms are browned.
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Flip and fry the other side for 1 minute. The chicken should still be pinkish in the middle. Dish out the chicken onto a clean plate, leaving as much oil in the pan as possible.
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Stir-fry the bell pepper and ginger:
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Reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining 1 teaspoon of cooking oil. Let the oil heat up before adding the bell pepper chunks and ginger. Fry for 1 minute.
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Add the pineapple, sauce, and then, the chicken:
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Add the pineapple chunks and the sweet and sour sauce. Turn up the heat to high. When the sauce is simmering, add the chicken pieces back in.
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Let simmer for 1 to 2 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through. Timing depends on how thick you've cut your chicken. The best way to tell if the chicken is done is to take a piece out and cut into it. If it's pink, add another minute to the cooking.
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Adjust the seasoning and serve:
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Taste the sauce and add more brown sugar or vinegar to suit your tastes, if you’d like.
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Serve hot with steamed white or brown rice.
FAQ
Is «Sweet and Sour Chicken» gluten-free?
Yes. «Sweet and Sour Chicken» is a gluten-free recipe, safe for celiac disease when you use certified gluten-free products.
How many calories and carbs are in a serving of «Sweet and Sour Chicken»?
One serving has 610 kcal, 36.2 g carbs, 37.5 g protein and 32.8 g fat. The recipe makes 3 servings.
Is «Sweet and Sour Chicken» suitable for gestational diabetes (GDM)?
Occasionally — watch your portion size. Carb load: умеренная. This is not medical advice — with GDM, check with your doctor and glucose meter.