Chop Suey au Poulet à la Mauricienne : Fusion Gourmande de Saveurs Chinoises et Insulaires

chicken breast

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is lower in calories, while chicken thighs are often less expensive.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while liquid aminos can be more affordable.

oyster sauce

🥗Healthier: hoisin sauce

💰Cheaper: soy sauce with sugar

Hoisin offers a similar sweetness, while the soy sauce mix is budget-friendly.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola is often cheaper.

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Add sliced chicken breast and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and ginger, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add sliced onion, bell peppers, and carrots; stir-fry until vegetables are tender, about 3-4 minutes.

Mix soy sauce and oyster sauce in a small bowl; pour over chicken and vegetables.

Add bean sprouts and stir to combine; cook for an additional 2 minutes.

Dissolve cornstarch in water and add to the skillet, stirring until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes.

Drizzle with sesame oil and season with black pepper and salt to taste.

Garnish with chopped spring onions before serving.

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