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Salt and Pepper Chicken

Delicious Salt and Pepper Chicken in Just 30 Minutes!

Experience the bite of crispy Salt and Pepper Chicken, a savory and spicy dish perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Coating
  • 1 cup Cornflour (Cornstarch) A must for achieving that crispy texture.
  • 1 tsp Table Salt Essential for enhancing flavor.
  • 1 tsp Ground Black Pepper Adjust based on heat preference.
  • 1 tsp Chinese Five-Spice Can be substituted with a mix of spices.
  • 500 g Skinless Chicken Thigh Fillets Tender and juicy.
For Cooking and Flavor
  • 1/4 cup Vegetable Oil For shallow frying.
  • 1 medium Onion Adds sweetness and crunch.
  • 1 medium Red Chilli Adjust based on spice tolerance.
  • 1 medium Green Chilli Adjust based on spice tolerance.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh cloves preferred.
  • 2 stalks Spring Onions (Scallions) Brings freshness and crunch.

Equipment

  • Frying Pan
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine cornflour, salt, black pepper, and Chinese five-spice to create the coating. Coat the chicken thigh fillets thoroughly and set aside.
  2. In a large frying pan or wok, pour in vegetable oil to reach about 1/4 inch deep. Heat the oil over medium heat until it shimmers.
  3. Carefully place the coated chicken pieces into the hot oil and shallow-fry for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  4. Remove the chicken and set on paper towels to drain excess oil. In the same pan, add onion, red and green chillies, sauté for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Return the crispy chicken to the pan, add minced garlic and spring onions, toss everything together for an additional minute.
  6. Serve immediately over rice or noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Fry in batches to maintain oil temperature and prevent sogginess.

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