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Easy 58 min~350 kcal 9/10
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Sweet and Sour Chicken
A Cantonese restaurant classic of crisp chicken tossed with pineapple and glossy sauce, balancing sweetness, tang, and soy depth.
Medium⏱️ 40 min📖 1 min readServes 4~480 kcal🇨🇳 Chinese🌍 Full translation
20 min prep 20 min cook
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Timeline
Total 40 min- Prep20 min
- Cooking20 min
Ingredients
4 servings
Quick:
- 650 g Chicken breast
- 80 g Flour
- 200 g Pineapple
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) Soy sauce
- 3 tbsp(~45 ml) Rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) Granulated sugar
- 1 pcs Red bell pepper
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) Cornstarch
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) Ketchup
- 1 pcs Eggs
- 1 pcs Onion
- 2 clove Garlic
- 1 dessert spoon(~10 ml) Ginger
- 1 dessert spoon(~10 ml) Salt
- 0.5 tsp(~2.5 ml) Black pepper
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Instructions
- 1
Cut the chicken into 2.5 cm cubes, rub with salt and pepper, dip in egg, then coat with the flour and starch mixture and shake off excess.
- 2
Cut the onion and red pepper into 2 cm squares, grate the garlic and ginger, and cut the pineapple into 1.5 cm pieces.
- 3
Heat oil in a wide pan or wok to 175°C. Fry the chicken in batches for 5 minutes, until golden, and drain.
5 min05:00 - 4
Pour excess oil from the same pan, then stir the onion, garlic, and ginger for 1 minute. Add the red pepper and saute for 2 more minutes.
3 min03:00 - 5
Add ketchup, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, and pineapple. Boil for 3 minutes, then mix starch with water and stir it into the sauce to thicken.
4 min04:00 - 6
Add the crispy chicken to the sauce and toss over medium heat for 1 minute. Remove from the heat and serve hot with rice.
1 min01:00
💡 Tip: Fry the chicken in two rounds: first cook at 160°C, then crisp at 190°C. Add the starch to the sauce at the last moment so it does not clump.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Spoon over steamed rice or jasmine rice, then sprinkle with sliced scallions and toasted sesame.
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Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Protein source
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin B12
Nutrition (per serving)
~480
kcal calories
25
g protein
39
g carbs
20
g fat
Protein 23%Carbs 36%Fat 41%
GI 48 · Low GIGL 19 · Medium GL
13.7g
Sugar
2.7g
Fiber
1671mg
Sodium
1.4g
Saturated fat
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Satiety (per serving)
8/10Strong satiety, counts as a main meal
This recipe may contain allergens
- Gluten
- Soy
- Egg
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Sweet and Sour Chicken make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Sweet and Sour Chicken take?
Prep 20 minutes, cooking 20 minutes; 40 minutes in total.Is Sweet and Sour Chicken difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Sweet and Sour Chicken have?
Approximately 480 kcal per serving. Protein: 25g, carbs: 39g, fat: 20g.Which allergens does Sweet and Sour Chicken contain?
This recipe contains Gluten, Soy, Egg. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Sweet and Sour Chicken belong to?
This recipe belongs to Chinese cuisine.How many ingredients does Sweet and Sour Chicken need?
This recipe needs 15 ingredients.Is Sweet and Sour Chicken filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 8/10; strongly filling, works as a main meal. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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