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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jay bice
[email protected]I liked the addition of ketchup to the sauce. It gave it a unique flavor that I really enjoyed.
Joshuan Williams
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great! I will definitely be making this again.
Absam Fakhar
[email protected]This dish was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still enjoyable.
Sesra Rube
[email protected]The chicken was a little dry, but the sauce was delicious. I would recommend using a different cut of chicken next time.
Agbaje abdulahi
[email protected]This was a quick and easy meal to make. The chicken was tender and the sauce was delicious.
Rahma Jardali
[email protected]I made this dish for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the sweet and tangy sauce.
Yusra Atif
[email protected]This dish was a hit with my family. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful and tangy.
Md Sagh
[email protected]I liked the addition of ketchup to the sauce. It gave it a unique flavor that I really enjoyed.
isaac muhono
[email protected]This was a very easy recipe to follow. The chicken came out great and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Alhassan Salifu
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great! The chicken was tender and the sauce was flavorful.
Rize Sports
[email protected]This was a tasty stir-fried chicken dish. The ketchup sauce was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still enjoyable.
lkshi man
[email protected]The chicken was a little dry, but the sauce was delicious. I would recommend using a different cut of chicken next time.
Sujon Murmu
[email protected]This was a great recipe! I especially liked the addition of ketchup to the sauce. It gave it a nice tangy flavor.
Mwangi John
[email protected]I've made this dish several times and it always turns out great. It's a quick and easy meal that my whole family enjoys.
Yaseen ansari
[email protected]Great recipe! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Alin Yaung Lay
[email protected]My family loved this dish! The ketchup sauce is a unique and tasty twist on the classic stir-fried chicken.
Rokibhosan Rokibhosan
[email protected]Easy to follow recipe and came out great. I added a little bit of soy sauce and garlic powder to the sauce for a bit of extra flavor.
red hatmonke
[email protected]This stir-fried chicken with ketchup is a real winner! The chicken is tender and juicy, and the sauce is flavorful and tangy. I loved the addition of bell peppers and onions, which gave the dish a nice crunch and sweetness.