STIR-FRIED CHICKEN WITH KETCHUP
I learned about the genesis of this dish from Suvir Saran, an Indian chef in New York. This dish is Manchurian in origin and is based on an ingredient that is in almost every refrigerator. It's stir-fried chicken with ketchup, and before you turn your nose up, think how good ketchup can taste. In the version he cooked for me, Mr. Saran tossed cauliflower in a slurry of cornstarch and egg, then deep-fried it. The crust was exquisite, and the cauliflower perfectly cooked. But it was what happened next that really got my attention: He finished the cauliflower in a sauce, made in about three minutes, containing nothing more than ketchup, garlic and cayenne pepper.
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories dinner, easy, quick, weekday, main course
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Toss chicken with flour so that it is lightly dusted. Put 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet, preferably nonstick, and turn heat to high. When oil smokes, add chicken in one layer. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- When chicken browns on one side, toss it and cook until just about done: smaller pieces will take 5 minutes total, larger pieces about 10. Remove to a plate. Turn off heat and let pan cool for a moment.
- Add remaining oil to pan and turn heat to medium high. Add garlic and cayenne pepper and cook, stirring, about 2 minutes. Add ketchup and stir; cook until ketchup bubbles, then darkens slightly. Return chicken to pan and stir to coat with sauce. Taste and adjust seasoning, then serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 355, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 32 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 40 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 681 milligrams, Sugar 13 grams, TransFat 0 grams
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Esivweneta OgheneTejiri
[email protected]This recipe is a winner! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.
Godwin Offormah
[email protected]I've never had stir-fried chicken with ketchup before, but I'm glad I tried this recipe. It was delicious!
Natasha Williams
[email protected]This dish is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great meal for a busy weeknight.
Rahimah Masacal
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of ketchup, but this dish was surprisingly good. The chicken was tender and the sauce was flavorful.
shamshir Ali
[email protected]This recipe is easy to follow and the results are delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Sandy Baby
[email protected]So good!
Awarash ndeem Ranjha
[email protected]I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. I will definitely be making it again.
Maddison Searle
[email protected]This was a great recipe! I followed it exactly and it turned out perfectly. The chicken was cooked through but still tender, and the sauce was flavorful and not too sweet.
Md Afjal Hosen
[email protected]I've made this dish several times now and it's always a hit. The chicken is always tender and juicy, and the sauce is delicious. I highly recommend this recipe!
Md ruman Islam
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was so flavorful and the sauce was perfect. I served it over rice and it was a great meal.
AnnMarie Roberts
[email protected]I made this dish last night and it was delicious! I used boneless, skinless chicken thighs and they cooked perfectly. The sauce was also very good, with a nice balance of sweetness and acidity.
Prisca Wilson
[email protected]This stir-fried chicken with ketchup was a hit with my family! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was sweet and tangy. I will definitely be making this again.