Chicken Manchurian 100% Original Restaurant Recipe by (YES I CAN COOK)

Introduction

This tutorial will guide you through the process of making Chicken Manchurian, a delicious and popular dish that you can enjoy at home. With a combination of boneless chicken, vibrant vegetables, and a flavorful sauce, this recipe is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a hearty meal. Follow these steps for a restaurant-style Chicken Manchurian that’s sure to please.

Step 1: Prepare the Chicken Marinade

1. Gather Ingredients:

   • 400 grams boneless chicken
   • Salt to taste
   • 1/2 teaspoon white pepper powder
   • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
   • 1 tablespoon vinegar
   • 2 tablespoons cornflour
   • 1 beaten egg
   • Oil for frying

2. Marinate the Chicken:

   • Cut the boneless chicken into bite-sized pieces.
   • In a mixing bowl, combine the chicken with salt, white pepper powder, garlic powder, vinegar, cornflour, and beaten egg.
   • Mix well to ensure the chicken is evenly coated. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.

Step 2: Fry the Chicken

1. Heat Oil:

   • In a frying pan or wok, heat oil over medium heat. The oil should be hot enough for frying but not smoking.

2. Fry the Chicken:

   • Once the oil is hot, add the marinated chicken pieces in batches.
   • Fry until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
   • Remove the chicken from the oil and place it on paper towels to drain excess oil.

Step 3: Prepare the Manchurian Sauce

1. Gather Sauce Ingredients:

   • 1 tablespoon crushed garlic
   • 1/2 cup tomato ketchup
   • 1/4 cup chili garlic sauce
   • 1 teaspoon sugar
   • 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
   • 1/2 teaspoon white pepper powder (or to taste)
   • 1 small onion, chopped
   • 1 capsicum (bell pepper), chopped
   • 1 tomato, seedless and chopped
   • 1 cup water
   • 1 teaspoon cornflour mixed in water
   • Green parts of spring onions for garnish

2. Make the Sauce:

   • In the same pan, add a little oil if needed and sauté the crushed garlic until fragrant.
   • Add the chopped onion, capsicum, and tomato. Sauté until they soften.
   • Stir in the tomato ketchup, chili garlic sauce, sugar, salt, and white pepper powder.
   • Pour in 1 cup of water and bring to a simmer.
   • Add the cornflour mixed in water to thicken the sauce, stirring continuously until it reaches your desired consistency.

Step 4: Combine Chicken with Sauce

1. Add Fried Chicken:

   • Once the sauce is ready, add the fried chicken pieces to the pan.
   • Mix well to coat the chicken in the sauce.

2. Garnish:

   • Garnish with the green parts of spring onions before serving.

Conclusion

You have now created a delicious Chicken Manchurian that rivals any restaurant dish. Serve it hot with fried rice or noodles for a complete meal. Enjoy this flavorful dish with family and friends, and don’t hesitate to experiment with the spice levels to suit your taste. Happy cooking!