Are you bored of your regular chicken and looking to try something more exciting than just a simple chicken curry? Why not indulge in an abundance of flavours with kung pao chicken?
If you are into spices and many flavours, kung pao chicken is exciting in every bite.
It is one of Asia’s most popularly consumed chicken dishes. As a result, it has evolved as a significant delight for every meat eater who loves to indulge in spicy food. During the 90s, it was a much more popular cuisine in countries like India and Japan.
However, its popularity slowed with time because of the introduction of other delicacies. But times are changing. More and more people have again started to order this mouth-watering dish.
What is Kung Pao Chicken?
Initially, Kung Pao evolved as a side dish. With time, it has transformed into a fully-fledged dish in its own right.
It is considered one of the most delicious and ideal dishes for family gatherings and parties. The tantalising blend of spices in this dish adds to its overall goodness.
Chicken Leg – Boneless Cubes
When making kung pao chicken, we recommend using our Chicken Leg Boneless Cubes. Our expert meat technicians cut these pieces from the leg and thigh. We clean it thoroughly and hygienically pack it before delivering it to your doorstep.
At Licious, our chicken is sourced from biosecure farms, passed through 150+ safety & quality checks, and contains no hormones or antibiotic residue. Our meats are always fresh, never frozen; to retain this freshness we maintain constant temperature controls between 0-4 °C.
| Prep Time | 15 minutes |
| Cook Time | 15 minutes |
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- 500 grams Licious Boneless Chicken Cubes
- For the marinade:
- 1 tbsp Soy Sauce
- 1 tbsp Sesame oil
- 1 tbsp rice wine
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- Water as required
- 4 SPRING ONIONS (CHOPPED)
- 1 tbsp rice wine
- 1 tsp white vinegar
- 1 tbsp Soy Sauce
- 1 tbsp Sesame oil
- 2 tsp brown sugar
- ½ cup roasted unsalted peanuts finely chopped
- 4-6 cloves garlicchopped
- 1-2 water chestnuts optional
- 2 tbsp red chilli paste
- Water as required
- Salt as per taste
- For frying the chicken:
- 2 tbsp sesame oil or any other cooking oil
Ingredients
Fir the marinade:
For the sauce:
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- For the marination, take a clean bowl and add 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp rice wine, 2 tbsp cornstarch, and water. Mix them all.
- Add the boneless chicken cubes to this mixture and coat the chicken cubes well. Keep the marinated chicken cubes aside for 30 minutes.
- To prepare the sauce, add 1 tbsp rice wine, 1 tbsp sesame oil, and 1 tbsp soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, and red chilli paste in a small bowl. Mix well and set it aside.
- Add 2 tbsp of sesame oil (or any other cooking oil) to a pan and heat it. Then, add the marinated chicken and stir fry until it is just cooked and turns white. Remove the chicken from the pan and set it aside on a plate.
- Now, add the chopped garlic, peanuts, spring onions, and water chestnuts to the same pan and saute them. Then add the sauce prepared earlier and mix well. Add water and adjust the consistency as per your preference.
- Once the aroma of the sauce fills your kitchen, toss the stir-fried chicken pieces into it and mix them well till the chicken soaks in all the flavours.
- And that is it! Your kung pao chicken is ready. Serve hot with rice for the best experience.
Tips and Tricks Make sure you do not overcook the chicken or the sauce. Keep the flame low while cooking the sauce. Serving Suggestions Garnish it with some peanuts or basil leaves. Use lemon on the sides. If you are all set to surprise your family this weekend, prepare restaurant-like kung pao chicken at home. Do not forget to share your pictures with us on Instagram using #MadeWithLicious.