Soy-Free Chicken Manchurian

Discover a flavorful twist on a beloved classic with this Soy-Free Chicken Manchurian recipe, perfect for those seeking a soy-free alternative without sacrificing taste! This dish features tender, golden-fried chicken bites coated in a tangy, spicy, and slightly sweet sauce made with tomato ketchup, vinegar, chili sauce, and a touch of honey—no soy sauce required. Packed with vibrant capsicum, onion, and aromatic garlic and ginger, this quick and easy recipe comes together in under an hour and serves as a hearty main course for four. Garnished with fresh green onions, it pairs beautifully with steamed rice or noodles for a wholesome, crowd-pleasing meal bursting with bold Indo-Chinese flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Chicken breast, boneless and skinless
• 0.5 cup Cornflour
• 1 large Egg
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Pepper
• 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon Ginger, grated
• 1 medium Capsicum, finely chopped
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 0.25 cup Tomato ketchup
• 2 tablespoons Vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Chili sauce
• 0.5 cup Chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 2 tablespoons Green onions, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2

In a bowl, combine cornflour, egg, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken pieces and mix well until they are thoroughly coated.

Step 3

Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken pieces in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes per batch. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Step 4

In a separate pan, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, sauté for about a minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the chopped capsicum and onion, and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until they start to soften.

Step 6

In a bowl, mix together the tomato ketchup, vinegar, chili sauce, chicken broth, and honey.

Step 7

Pour the sauce mixture into the pan with the vegetables. Bring to a simmer and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 8

Add the fried chicken pieces to the sauce and stir well to coat evenly.

Step 9

Cook for an additional 3 minutes to ensure the chicken absorbs the flavors of the sauce.

Step 10

Garnish with chopped green onions and serve hot with rice or noodles.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1296.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2362.4

Total Fat 133.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 22.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 69.2g
Cholesterol 644.5mg	0%
Sodium 4104.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 121.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.1g	0%
Total Sugars 49.4g
Protein 171.8g	0%

Vitamin D 118.8IU	0%
Calcium 161.9mg	0%
Iron 7.4mg	0%
Potassium 2245.1mg	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: 50.6%

Protein: 28.9%

Carbs: 20.5%