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Salt and Pepper Chicken

Savor the Crunch: Perfect Salt and Pepper Chicken at Home

Experience the flavors of homemade Salt and Pepper Chicken, a quick and crispy delight that rivals your favorite takeout.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Coating
  • 1 cup Cornflour (Cornstarch) Substitute with potato starch for gluten-free
  • 1 tsp Table Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp Ground Black Pepper Use white pepper for less spice
  • 1 tsp Chinese Five-Spice Omit if unavailable
  • 500 g Skinless Chicken Thigh Fillets Can use breasts for a leaner option
For the Stir-Fry
  • 240 ml Vegetable Oil Peanut oil can be used for flavor
  • 1 medium Onion Substitute with shallots or leeks if needed
  • 1 each Red and Green Chillies Adjust amount based on heat preference
  • 3 cloves Garlic Cloves Use minced garlic paste if in a pinch
  • 3 stalks Spring Onions (Scallions) Can replace with regular onions

Equipment

  • Frying pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Paper towels

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Crispy Salt and Pepper Chicken
  1. Prepare Chicken: Cut chicken thighs into quarters. In a bowl, combine cornflour, salt, black pepper, and five-spice. Toss chicken in this mixture until evenly coated.
  2. Fry Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Fry chicken for 5-7 minutes until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
  3. Stir-Fry Vegetables: In the same pan, add chopped onions, minced garlic, and chillies. Stir-fry for 2 minutes until softened.
  4. Combine: Add crispy chicken back to pan and toss with vegetables. Stir in spring onions and adjust seasoning.
  5. Serve Hot: Transfer to a serving platter and serve immediately while hot, ideally with steamed rice or noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure even coating for the chicken to achieve maximum crispiness. Fry in small batches to avoid sogginess.

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