This Indo-Chinese style chilli chicken recipe is packed full of amazing flavours from both worlds.
The Indian and Chinese flavours collide to create a sweet, spicy and slightly sour dish that sets your taste buds alive.
Ingredients
or1 tablespoon of cornflour (for the chicken)
orsalt and pepper (for the chicken)
or400 grams of chicken breast, diced (for the chicken)
or2 tablespoons of coconut oil (for the chicken)
or1 red pepper, chopped (for the chicken)
or1 red onion, chopped (for the chicken)
or210 grams of rice (for the chicken)
or4 spring onions, sliced, to garnish (for the chicken)
or1 teaspoon of Chinese five spice (for the chicken)
or5 tablespoons of tomato ketchup (for the sauce)
or2 tablespoons of honey (for the sauce)
or3 teaspoons of coconut sugar (for the sauce)
or2 cloves of garlic, minced (for the sauce)
or1 teaspoon of Chinese five spice (for the sauce)
or5 tablespoons of water (for the sauce)
or2 tablespoons of tamari (for the sauce)
or1 teaspoon of sriracha sauce (for the sauce)
Preparation
1.
Place the cornflour into a medium bowl, season with salt and pepper and Chinese Five Spice. Mix well, then add the diced chicken and toss to coat evenly.2.
Cook the rice according to packet instructions. 3.
In the meantime, heat 1 tablespoon of coconut oil in a wok or large frying pan over a medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5-8 minutes until golden, stirring often. Once cooked, take the chicken out of the pan and set aside.4.
In the same pan, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of coconut oil and add the pepper and red onion. Season with salt and pepper and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until golden.5.
Meanwhile, make the sauce by combining together all the sauce ingredients in a bowl.6.
Now place the cooked chicken back into the pan and stir through the sauce. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook gently until thickened, 2-3 minutes. Add a splash of water if the sauce is too thick.7.
Once the rice has cooked, divide between serving bowls, top with the chicken and sauce, and garnish with spring onions. Serve immediately.
