🌶️✨ Crispy Salt and Chilli Chicken – Addictive Spicy Crunch! 🍗🔥
15-word description:
Crispy fried chicken bites tossed with salt, chili, and peppers for an irresistible flavor explosion!
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
1 lb boneless chicken thighs or breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
1/2 cup cornstarch
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp white pepper
1/4 tsp salt
1 large egg, beaten
Oil for frying
For the Tossed Seasoning:
1 tbsp vegetable oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 red chili, finely chopped
1 green chili, finely chopped
1/2 red bell pepper, diced
1/2 green bell pepper, diced
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp Chinese five-spice powder (optional)
1 tbsp chopped green onions
Directions
Prepare the Chicken:
In a bowl, mix cornstarch, flour, garlic powder, white pepper, and salt. Dip chicken pieces in beaten egg, then coat with the flour mixture.
Fry to Crispiness:
Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C). Fry chicken in batches until golden brown and crispy (about 4-5 minutes). Drain on paper towels.
Sauté the Seasoning:
Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet. Add garlic, red chili, green chili, and bell peppers. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
Toss Everything Together:
Add the fried chicken to the skillet. Sprinkle with salt, black pepper, and five-spice powder (if using). Toss well to coat evenly.
Garnish and Serve:
Sprinkle chopped green onions over the chicken and serve hot with rice or as an appetizer.
Prep Time: 35 minutes
Kcal: 280 per serving
Tips:
Adjust chili quantity to suit your spice tolerance.
For extra crunch, double-fry the chicken by frying a second time for 1-2 minutes.
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