Chicken Manchurian
Indulge in the spicy and tangy flavor of Chicken Manchurian, a delightful Indo-Chinese dish featuring succulent chicken in a vibrant sauce.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Indo-Chinese
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 500g chicken (boneless, cubed)
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
- 1 onion (finely chopped)
- 1 bell pepper (finely chopped)
- 2-3 green chilies (finely chopped)
- 2-3 tbsp chili sauce
- 2-3 tbsp tomato ketchup
- Salt to taste
- 1/2 cup spring onions (chopped) for garnish
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, combine the chicken cubes, cornstarch, all-purpose flour, egg, soy sauce, and ginger-garlic paste. Mix well until the chicken is evenly coated. Let it marinate for 30 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Fry the chicken: Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Once hot, add the marinated chicken pieces in batches, frying until they turn golden brown and are cooked through. Remove the fried chicken from the pan and set aside.
- Sauté the vegetables: In the same pan, add the chopped onions, bell peppers, and green chilies. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the onions turn translucent and the vegetables begin to soften.
- Combine everything: Add the fried chicken back into the pan. Stir in the chili sauce, tomato ketchup, and salt, mixing everything well until the chicken is coated in the sauce.
- Garnish and serve: Finish by garnishing with chopped spring onions. Serve hot with steamed rice or noodles.
Notes
You can substitute boneless chicken with tofu or paneer for a vegetarian option. Ensure the oil is hot before frying for optimal crispiness.