Chicken Manchurian Recipe

A spoon lifts a serving of Indo-chinese chicken recipe.

5 from 3 votes

Chicken Manchurian, a beloved Indo-Chinese dish, combines crispy deep-fried chicken with a tangy, spicy-sweet sauce. Typically enjoyed as an appetizer, it can also be served with rice and a side of steamed or stir-fried vegetables for a satisfying meal.

Prep Time15

Cook Time20

Total Time35

Course: Appetizer, Main Dish

Cuisine: Chinese, Indian

Servings: servings

Author: Mariam Ezzeddine

Ingredients

For the chicken

1 ½ lb chicken breast cut into 1-inch cubes
3 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 large egg
2 teaspoons soy sauce
½ teaspoon red chili powder
½ teaspoon salt
¾ teaspoon black pepper
Oil to fry

For the Manchurian sauce

2 tablespoons of olive oil
2 teaspoons ginger grated
2 teaspoons garlic minced
1 small red bell pepper diced
2 tablespoons soy sauce
3 tablespoons red chili sauce
¼ cup tomato ketchup
1 teaspoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
Chopped green onions to garnish

Instructions

In a medium bowl, combine the ingredients to marinade; add chicken, cornstarch, all-purpose flour, beaten egg, soy sauce, red chili powder, salt, and pepper. Allow the chicken to marinade for at least 30 minutes.
Deep fry the chicken pieces in batches until golden and crispy. Drain the excess oil and set it aside. Repeat the same with the remaining chicken pieces.
Heat a large skillet with oil to prepare the sauce. Add ginger, garlic, and bell peppers. Saute for 3-4 minutes. Add in the sauces; soy sauce, red chili sauce, and tomato ketchup. Simmer for a minute.
Add the cornstarch slurry (1 teaspoon cornstarch + 2 tablespoons) to the sauce and cook until the sauce starts to thicken.
Add in the fried chicken pieces and toss well with the sauce to coat well. Remove the skillet from the heat and garnish with chopped green onions.
Serve the chicken Manchurian over the bed of white rice to enjoy.

Notes

Proper Marination: Ensure the chicken is well marinated for at least 15 minutes to absorb all the flavors.

Even Frying: Fry the chicken pieces evenly to achieve a crispy texture.

Consistent Sauce: Stir the sauce continuously while adding the cornflour mixture to avoid lumps.

Fresh Ingredients: Use fresh garlic, ginger, and vegetables for the best taste and texture.

Balance Flavors: Taste the sauce and adjust the soy sauce, vinegar, and chili sauce to your preference.

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