How to make SWEET AND SOUR CHICKEN BALLS Chinese Takeaway Style

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cornmeal

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

chicken breast

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is a plant-based option, while chicken thighs are often less expensive.

pineapple chunks

🥗Healthier: fresh pineapple

💰Cheaper: canned pineapple

Fresh pineapple is healthier with no added sugars.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while liquid aminos are often cheaper.

Cut chicken breast into bite-sized pieces

In a bowl, combine cornstarch, flour, salt, and black pepper

In another bowl, whisk together egg and soy sauce

Dip chicken pieces into egg mixture, then coat with flour mixture

Heat oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat

Fry chicken balls in batches until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes

Remove and drain on paper towels

In a separate pan, combine vinegar, sugar, ketchup, and water

Bring sauce to a simmer and add pineapple chunks and bell pepper

Cook until sauce thickens slightly, about 3-4 minutes

Add fried chicken balls to the sauce and toss to coat

Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions.

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