Chicken Manchurian Delight

About this recipe

Experience a fusion of flavors with this Indo-Chinese inspired Chicken Manchurian Delight. Crispy golden chicken pieces are enveloped in a tangy, spicy, and slightly sweet sauce, creating a dish that's perfect as an appetizer or served with rice for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless chicken, cut into small pieces
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
• 1/2 tsp red chili powder
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup ketchup
• 1 tbsp vinegar
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 1 onion, diced
• 2-3 green chilies, sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 inch ginger, julienned
• 2 green onions, chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Oil for frying

Directions

1. 1

   Marinate chicken in ginger-garlic paste, red chili powder, salt, and pepper for 30 minutes.

2. 2

   Prepare batter with flour, cornstarch, egg, salt, and pepper. Coat chicken and deep fry until golden.

3. 3

   Sauté garlic, ginger, chilies, bell pepper, and onion in a pan with hot oil until fragrant.

4. 4

   Add soy sauce, ketchup, vinegar, and brown sugar. Simmer until combined.

5. 5

   Stir fried chicken into sauce and coat evenly.

6. 6

   Garnish with green onions before serving hot.