Sweet and sour chicken oriental style

Sweet and sour chicken oriental style

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Cook Time

40 min

Servings

2

Difficulty

Medium

Prep Time

30 min

This Thermomix® recipe for Sweet and sour chicken oriental style is ready in 40 min and yields 2 servings. Step-by-step guide with precise Thermomix® settings on MixBuch.

Description

This sweet and sour chicken is an explosion of flavors that will transport you directly to Asia. The combination of crispy chicken with homemade sweet and sour sauce is simply irresistible. I prepare it often because it is a complete and very tasty dish that everyone at home likes. Also, it is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or to surprise your guests on a special occasion. The pineapple gives it a fresh and exotic touch that makes it even more special. Go ahead and try it, you'll love it!

Ingredients (14 ingredients)

  • 300 g chicken breast
  • 125 g pepper
  • 120 g pineapple
  • 100 g onion
  • 1 trocito ginger
  • 1 clove garlic
  • cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 150 ml water
  • 60 g tomato sauce
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp salt

Preparation (7 steps)

1

Preparation of the sweet and sour sauce

Thermomix® Setting
10 min/212°F/Velocidad 2 100

In the Thermomix bowl, add 150 ml of water, 60 g of tomato sauce, 2 tbsp of rice vinegar, 2 tbsp of soy sauce, 2 tbsp of brown sugar and 1 tsp of salt. Program 10 Min./100°C/Speed 2.

600
2

Crush garlic and ginger

Thermomix® Setting
3 Seg./Velocidad 7

Insert 1 clove of garlic and a piece of ginger into the Thermomix bowl. Crush for 3 Sec./Speed 7.

3
3

Cut and sauté onion and pepper

Thermomix® Setting
5 min/248°F/Velocidad 1 120

Cut 100 g of onion and 125 g of pepper into cubes. Add a splash of vegetable oil to the Thermomix bowl along with the onion and pepper. Sauté for 5 Min./120°C/Speed 1.

300
4

Add pineapple

Thermomix® Setting
1 min/248°F/Velocidad 1 120

Cut 120 g of pineapple into pieces. Add the pineapple to the Thermomix bowl and sauté for 1 Min./120°C/Speed 1.

60
5

Incorporate the sauce

Thermomix® Setting
2 min/212°F/Velocidad 2 100

Pour the reserved sweet and sour sauce into the Thermomix bowl. Dissolve some cornstarch in water and add it to the bowl to thicken the sauce. Program 2 Min./100°C/Speed 2.

120
6

Fry the chicken

Cut 300 g of chicken breast into large pieces. Marinate the chicken with soy sauce and coat with cornstarch. Fry the chicken pieces in a pan with plenty of vegetable oil over high heat until golden brown. Drain them on absorbent paper.

7

Add the chicken to the sauce

Thermomix® Setting
1 min/Velocidad 1/Giro a la izquierda Reverse

Add the fried chicken to the Thermomix bowl with the sweet and sour sauce. Mix gently with the spatula and program 1 Min./Speed 1/Reverse rotation to integrate all the ingredients.

60

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About this recipe

Sweet and sour chicken oriental style is a dish that reminds me of my childhood. My grandmother, who lived for many years in a Chinese community, used to prepare it for family celebrations. Although her recipe was a closely guarded secret, with time and much practice, I have managed to recreate a very similar flavor, adapting it to the facilities offered by the Thermomix®. The key to this dish lies in the perfect balance between sweet, sour and salty flavors. The chicken breast, cut into generous pieces, provides the protein and meaty texture. The cornstarch batter, in addition to giving it a crispy touch when frying, helps the sauce adhere better. The pepper and onion, diced, add a touch of freshness and a slight sweetness that complements the acidity of the sauce. The pineapple, with its tropical flavor and juicy texture, is an essential ingredient that provides a delicious contrast. The ginger and garlic, finely crushed, are responsible for giving it that characteristic oriental touch. For preparation in Thermomix®, it is important to respect the times and temperatures indicated for each step. When sautéing the onion and pepper, make sure they are soft but not burnt. The pineapple should be sautéed briefly to retain its texture and flavor. When adding the cornstarch dissolved in water to the sauce, do it little by little and stirring constantly to avoid lumps. If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can add a little more cornstarch. This dish allows many variations. For a vegetarian or vegan version, you can substitute the chicken with firm tofu cut into cubes and marinated with soy sauce and grated ginger. You can also add other vegetables such as carrot, broccoli or mushrooms. As for the spices, you can experiment with different types of chilies to give it a spicy touch, or add a little toasted sesame to enhance the oriental flavor. Sweet and sour chicken oriental style is traditionally served with white basmati rice, which absorbs the sauce and complements the flavors. You can also accompany it with Chinese noodles stir-fried with vegetables or with a fresh cucumber and sesame salad. If you have leftover sweet and sour chicken, you can store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for a maximum of 2 days. To reheat, you can do it in the microwave or in a pan over low heat, adding a little water if the sauce has thickened too much. You can also prepare the sauce in advance and store it in the refrigerator until ready to use. This way, you will have a quick and delicious dinner ready in a few minutes.

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#Asian #Meat #Hearty #Spicy

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  • Soy
  • Eggs

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