Korean Sweet and Sour Chicken

Korean Sweet and Sour Chicken is a delightful dish that combines crispy chicken with a tangy sauce, perfect for a satisfying supper. This Halal-friendly recipe offers a balance of flavors and textures that will leave you craving more.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 300 grams, cut into bite-sized pieces
• Cornstarch - 50 grams
• Vegetable oil - 100 ml (for frying)
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, minced
• Red bell pepper - 1, diced
• Green bell pepper - 1, diced
• Pineapple chunks - 100 grams
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Rice vinegar - 2 tablespoons
• Brown sugar - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Sesame seeds - for garnish
• Green onions - for garnish

Steps

1. In a bowl, toss chicken pieces with salt, black pepper, and cornstarch until well-coated.
2. Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium-high heat and fry the chicken pieces until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
3. In the same pan, add minced garlic and ginger, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Add diced red and green bell peppers and pineapple chunks, stir-frying for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.
5. In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, and sesame oil, then pour it into the pan with the vegetables.
6. Bring the sauce to a simmer, then add the fried chicken back into the pan, tossing to coat evenly in the sauce.
7. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
8. Serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which is essential for muscle repair and growth.
• Contains vitamins and minerals from bell peppers and pineapple, supporting overall health.

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