Sweet and Sour Chicken

A classic dish featuring crispy chicken bites coated in a tangy and sweet sauce, balanced with fresh pineapple and bell peppers for a vibrant flavor profile.

Medium 30 min 450 cal
Steps

1. In a bowl, mix the chicken pieces with beaten egg and cornstarch until well coated. 2. Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat and fry the chicken until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside. 3. In the same pan, sauté bell pepper and pineapple chunks for 2 minutes. 4. In a small bowl, combine ketchup, rice vinegar, soy sauce, brown sugar, and water. 5. Pour the sauce mixture into the pan and bring to a simmer. 6. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook until the sauce thickens. 7. Return the chicken to the pan and toss to coat evenly with the sauce. 8. Serve hot with steamed rice or noodles.

Ingredients

150g boneless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces 2 tbsp cornstarch 1 egg, beaten 1/2 red bell pepper, chopped 1/4 cup pineapple chunks 1 tbsp vegetable oil For the sauce: 2 tbsp ketchup 1 tbsp rice vinegar 1 tbsp soy sauce 1 tbsp brown sugar 1/4 cup water 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water

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