Sweet & Sour Chicken Balls Recipe | Chicken & Shrimp Balls Easy Recipe By Chef Mehboob | MasalaTv

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.

Prepare chicken mince and prawn mixture.

Add 1 tablespoon chopped garlic and 1 teaspoon red chili powder to the mixture.

Add 1/4 teaspoon crushed red chili, salt, and 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice for flavor.

Mix well and form into balls (koftas).

If the mixture is too wet, add 1/2 cup bread crumbs to help bind.

Fry chopped onion in oil for half a minute.

Add vinegar, soy sauce, and 3-4 tablespoons of tomato ketchup to the pan.

Add sugar to taste and a little black pepper, then mix well.

Add a little water and bring to a boil.

Thicken the sauce with corn flour, adjusting consistency as needed.

Heat 4-5 tablespoons of oil in a pan and add the chicken and prawn balls.

Cook on medium heat for 5-6 minutes until fully cooked.

Mix the cooked balls with the sauce and let them simmer to develop flavor.

Serve with boiled rice or vegetable fried rice.

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