STIR-FRIED LEMON CHICKEN

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Tart and a bit sweet. A quick stir-fry which is nice served with plain rice and some steamed vegetables. Fridge time is not included.

Provided by PetsRus

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 25m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 ounces chicken breasts, cut in thin strips
1 egg white
2 teaspoons cornflour
3 tablespoons peanut oil, for frying
1/3 cup chicken stock, maybe a bit more
1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons sugar
2 teaspoons rice wine or 2 teaspoons dry sherry
2 teaspoons soy sauce
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1 red chile, deseeded and finely chopped (optional)
1 teaspoon cornflour, mixed with some water

Steps:

  • Mix the egg white with the corn flour, combine with the chicken, cover and put in the fridge for about 30 minutes.
  • Heat the oil in a wok until moderately hot and stir-fry the chicken for about one minute until they have turned white.
  • Drain the chicken in a sieve or colander, discard the oil and wipe the wok clean.
  • Reheat the wok, add all the sauce ingredients, except the corn flour mix, and bring it to the boil, then add the corn flour mix and simmer for one minute.
  • Return the chicken strips to the wok and continue to stir-fry them for a few minutes until done and coated with the sauce.
  • Do a last taste check for soy, sugar and lemon juice.

tecla mupandaguta
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This recipe was a bit too time-consuming for my taste. I think I would have liked it better if it had been easier to make.


Hena Begum
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This dish was a bit too salty for my taste. I think I should have used less soy sauce.


Mahfuz Hossain
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The chicken was a bit tough. I think I should have cooked it for less time.


Multzam Gujjar
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This dish was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would have liked it better if I had used less sugar.


Dinesh Chy
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I'm not a big fan of chicken, but this recipe changed my mind. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was amazing.


FINNLUVVSYOU
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I made it with some rotisserie chicken and it was delicious.


doug klein
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This dish was a bit too oily for my taste. I think I would have liked it better if I had used less oil.


Bilal Khemgani
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The chicken was a bit bland. I think I should have added more seasoning.


Zainulabdin Mangrio
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This dish was a bit too spicy for my taste. I think I would have liked it better if I had used less chili peppers.


Jabar Baloch
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I loved the crispy chicken and the tangy sauce. This dish is a perfect weeknight meal.


Rafi Tunio
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Grace And Mercy Channel
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Overall, this was a good recipe. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


Roxanne Allen
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The chicken was a bit dry. I think I should have marinated it for longer.


Joseph Woods
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This dish was a bit too sour for my taste. I think I would have liked it better if I had used less lemon juice.


Mr Talha King
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I'm not a big fan of lemon chicken, but this recipe changed my mind. The chicken was crispy and the sauce was tangy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Hem Na
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was so tender and the sauce was amazing. I served it over rice and it was a perfect meal.


Liandrie Visser
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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. I will definitely be making this again.


Shakti Bk
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's easy to follow and the ingredients are easy to find.


Fonda Cosner
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This stir-fried lemon chicken was a hit with my family! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and tangy.