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Szechwan Chilli Chicken Recipe

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Szechwan Chilli Chicken Recipe

Szechwan Chilli Chicken is a tantalizing dish that blends the fiery flavors of Szechwan cuisine with succulent chicken pieces, creating a dish that is both spicy and flavorful. Originating from the Sichuan province in China, this dish has gained immense popularity worldwide for its bold and vibrant taste.

To prepare Szechwan Chilli Chicken, begin by marinating bite-sized chicken pieces in a mixture of soy sauce, ginger-garlic paste, cornstarch, and a dash of vinegar for at least 30 minutes. While the chicken marinates, prepare the sauce by combining soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, red chilli paste, and Szechwan peppercorns in a bowl.

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Szechwan Chilli Chicken Recipe

Recipe by RecipeWikkiCourse: MainCuisine: ChineseDifficulty: Easy
Servings

8

servings
Prep time

15

minutes
Cooking time

30

minutes
Calories

535

kcal

About Szechwan Chilli Chicken Recipe: A fiery side – fried chicken cooked with brown, green & white peppercorns and oriental spices. The spicy and tange flavour of schezwan sauce adds a bonus point to this dish.

Ingredients

  • 2-3 spring onions, chopped

  • 5-6 dry red chillies (deseeded), chopped

  • 2-3 tbsp ginger, chopped

  • 3 tbsp brown pepper corn

  • 3 tbsp green pepper corn

  • 10-12 pieces chicken (with bone)

  • to taste salt

  • 2 tsp white pepper

  • Oil (for frying)

  • 1 tbsp black vinegar

  • 2 tsp chilli oil

Directions

  • Flash fry the chicken with ginger till there colour changes to golden.
  • Now, drain the oil and keep this aside.
  • Now, add garlic, spring onions green pepper corns and the brown peppercorn.
  • Stir for 5 minutes and then add the dry chillies, white pepper powder, ajino moto, salt and chilli oil.
  • Stir again for 5-10 minutes and add the black vinegar.
  • Stir fry for 10 minutes and garnish with green peppercorns.
  • Szechwan chilli chicken is ready to be served.
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