BANG BANG CHICKEN | HOW TO MAKE BANG BANG CHICKEN | CRISPY BANG BANG CHICKEN

Introduction

In this tutorial, you'll learn how to make crispy Bang Bang Chicken, a popular Chinese starter dish that's both flavorful and easy to prepare. With a crunchy coating and a delicious sauce, this dish is perfect for parties or a tasty dinner at home. Follow these steps to create a mouthwatering meal that your family and friends will love.

Step 1: Prepare the Chicken Marinade

• Cut 450 grams (1 lb) of boneless chicken into bite-sized pieces.
• In a bowl, combine the following ingredients to marinate the chicken:
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon white pepper powder
  • 1/3 cup milk
  • 2 whisked eggs
• Mix well, ensuring all chicken pieces are coated.
• Let the chicken marinate for 30 minutes.

Step 2: Make the Dry Batter Mix

• In a separate bowl, prepare the dry batter by mixing:
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (maida)
  • 1/2 cup corn flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper powder
• Stir until combined, then set aside.

Step 3: Prepare the Sauce

• In a bowl, mix the following ingredients for the sauce:
  • 3 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Sriracha sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
• Set this mixture aside for later use.

Step 4: Coat the Chicken

• Remove half of the marinated chicken pieces from the bowl, shaking off any excess marinade.
• Add the chicken to the dry batter and mix well, ensuring each piece is fully coated.

Step 5: Fry the Chicken

• Heat oil in a pan or kadhai over medium heat.
• Carefully drop the battered chicken pieces into the hot oil.
• Do not stir for the first minute to allow a crust to form.
• Fry for an additional 5–6 minutes until the chicken is golden brown.
• Remove the first batch and repeat with the remaining chicken pieces.

Step 6: Combine Chicken and Sauce

• In a wok, heat 2 tablespoons of sesame oil.
• Add the prepared sauce and cook on low heat for 1 minute.
• Add the fried chicken pieces to the sauce and stir to coat well.

Step 7: Final Touches

• Add the following to the chicken and sauce mixture:
  • 2 teaspoons sesame seeds
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce
• Stir-fry on high heat for 1 minute to combine everything.
• Finally, add:
  • 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
  • 2 teaspoons sesame seeds
  • 1/2 cup chopped spring onion greens
• Stir-fry for another minute until fully mixed.

Conclusion

Your crispy Bang Bang Chicken is now ready to serve! This dish is best enjoyed hot, either on its own or as a part of a larger meal. Experiment with the sauce to adjust the spice level to your liking. Enjoy your delicious creation and consider trying out other variations of this recipe for even more flavor!