THE IRISH SPICE BAG (THAT WILL CHANGE FAST FOOD IN THE US FOREVER!) | SAM THE COOKING GUY

chicken pieces

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu provides a plant-based option while chicken thighs are more economical.

potato chips

🥗Healthier: baked sweet potato fries

💰Cheaper: homemade fries

Baked sweet potato fries are lower in fat, while homemade fries can save costs.

five spice powder

🥗Healthier: curry powder

💰Cheaper: mixed spices

Curry powder offers a different flavor profile with potential cost savings.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while liquid aminos can be less expensive.

Peel Yukon Gold potatoes and cut them into fry shapes, placing them in a bowl of water to prevent browning.

Simmer the cut potatoes in boiling water for about 20 minutes.

Remove the potatoes from the water and let them dry on a rack.

Debone and remove the skin from chicken thighs, then cut into thin strips.

Marinate the chicken with a tablespoon of soy sauce, a quarter teaspoon of sesame oil, and half a tablespoon of garlic paste.

Prepare a spice mix with half a teaspoon each of kosher salt and black pepper, one teaspoon of Chinese five spice powder, half a teaspoon of red pepper flakes, and half a teaspoon of sugar.

Slice yellow onion, green onion, Serrano peppers, and red jalapeno for the dish.

In a pot, melt butter and add an equal amount of flour to create a paste, cooking for about 30 seconds.

Add about a tablespoon of curry powder to the paste and mix.

Gradually add chicken broth to the mixture, stirring to thicken.

Add a splash of soy sauce and half a teaspoon of sriracha to the curry sauce.

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