kung pao chicken

(2 RATINGS)
133 Pinches
worcester, MA
Updated on Jan 22, 2012

I got this recipe from an owner of a chinese restaurant.

prep time 20 Min
cook time 15 Min
method ---
yield 2 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 - quart canola oil for frying
  • 1/2 pound chicken tenders, cut into bite-size pieces
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 cup panko bread crumbs
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 3 tablespoons chopped scallion
  • 2 teaspoons red pepper flakes
  • 6 tablespoons lite soy sauce
  • 6 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1/3 cup chopped peanuts
  • - hot cooked rice.

How To Make kung pao chicken

  • Step 1
    Heat 1 quart of oil in lg deep skillet over med-high heat. Toss chicken pieces w/ beaten egg. Place panko crumbs in a shallow bowl. One at a time, coat chicken pieces w/ crumbs.
  • Step 2
    Fry chicken in oil until golden brown. Place on paper towels to drain. Keep warm. Heat 1 tbsp oil in anothe skillet or wok. Place over high heat. Stir into skillet, the garlic, ginger, green onions and red flakes. Cook and stir until garlic turns brown.
  • Step 3
    Pour in soy sauce, vinegar, and brown sugar. Bring to a boil. Dissolve cornstarch in water. Stir into boiling sauce to thicken. Cook 45 seconds. Toss chicken w/ sauce. Serve over rice.

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Category: Chicken
Culture: Asian
Keyword: #Kung
Keyword: #Pao

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