Sweet And Sour Chicken Recipe

Prepping the Chicken

Begin by cutting the chicken into bite-sized pieces. In a bowl, mix flour and cornstarch for the breading, and then coat the chicken pieces evenly. Set aside.

Making the Sweet and Sour Sauce

For the sauce, combine sugar, vinegar, ketchup, soy sauce, and pineapple juice in a saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Adjust the taste as desired, then set the sauce aside.

Frying the Chicken

Heat cooking oil in a deep fryer or a large pan. Once hot, carefully add the breaded chicken pieces and fry until golden brown and crispy. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.

Combining Everything

In a separate pan, lightly sauté optional vegetables such as bell peppers and onion. Add the fried chicken to the pan, and then pour the sweet and sour sauce over the chicken and vegetables. Toss everything together to ensure the chicken and vegetables are evenly coated with the sauce.

Serving

Serve the sweet and sour chicken hot, garnished with optional pineapple chunks. It can be served over rice to make a hearty and satisfying meal.