Chinese Chicken with an Indian Touch

Experience a fusion of bold flavors with "Chinese Chicken with an Indian Touch," a dish that brings together the best of Asian cuisines. Juicy, golden-fried chicken pieces are marinated in soy sauce and ginger-garlic paste, then tossed in a vibrant, spicy-sweet sauce made with Kashmiri red chili paste, garam masala, and a medley of Chinese-inspired condiments like soy sauce and vinegar. Bright, crunchy bell peppers and spring onions add a fresh crunch to every bite. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for dinner parties or weeknight meals, delivering restaurant-style flair in just 45 minutes. Serve it with steamed rice or noodles for a versatile, satisfying meal that’s sure to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Chicken thighs (boneless, skinless)
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce (light)
• 2 teaspoons Ginger-garlic paste
• 2 tablespoons Cornflour
• 1 large Egg
• 3 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon Red chili powder (Indian variety)
• 1 teaspoon Garam masala powder
• 100 grams Spring onions (chopped)
• 150 grams Bell peppers (red and green, diced)
• 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 tablespoon Kashmiri red chili paste
• 1 tablespoon Vinegar (white or rice vinegar)
• 2 tablespoons Tomato ketchup
• 1 tablespoon Dark soy sauce
• 100 milliliters Water
• 0 to taste Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and place them in a mixing bowl.

Step 2

Marinate the chicken with light soy sauce, ginger-garlic paste, red chili powder, and a pinch of salt. Let it sit for 15 minutes.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk the egg and add the cornflour. Mix until smooth, then coat the marinated chicken in this batter.

Step 4

Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium heat. Fry the chicken pieces in batches until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.

Step 5

In the same pan, add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Sauté the minced garlic until fragrant.

Step 6

Add chopped spring onions (reserve some for garnish) and diced bell peppers. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes.

Step 7

Stir in the Kashmiri red chili paste, garam masala, tomato ketchup, dark soy sauce, vinegar, and 100 milliliters of water. Mix well to form a flavorful sauce.

Step 8

Add the fried chicken back into the pan and toss to coat it evenly with the sauce.

Step 9

Season with extra salt, if needed, and freshly ground black pepper.

Step 10

Garnish with the reserved spring onions and serve hot with steamed rice or noodles.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1109.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1752.8

Total Fat 104.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 22.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 27.2g
Cholesterol 764.5mg	0%
Sodium 6367.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 54.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.3g	0%
Total Sugars 18.0g
Protein 146.1g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 228.0mg	0%
Iron 10.1mg	0%
Potassium 2380.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.9%

Protein: 33.5%

Carbs: 12.6%