Chicken nuggets ....... in garlic sauce

The Chinese style of cooking is most convenient in today’s time. Apart from being healthy the food is cooked in no time!

It has been adapted to suit various palates all over the world. I experiment with this style in my kitchen too…. Trying out different combinations all the time…..

A sure success dish is what I offer today.

It is really quick to make and the ingredients are all readily available at home.

So, just go for it!

CHICKEN NUGGETS IN GARLIC SAUCE               Serves 2 to 3

Ingredients

Chicken breast (boneless) – cut into nuggets 200gm

Onion cut into thick pieces – 1 large

Capsicum cut into thick pieces – 1 large

Celery stalk and leaves chopped – 2 tsp

Corn flour – 5tblsp

Garlic chopped finely – 1tsp

Garlic paste – 1 tsp

Light soya sauce – 2 tsp

Dark soya sauce – 1tsp

Vinegar – 1 tsp

Sugar – ½ tsp

Oil for deep frying + 1 tblsp

Black pepper crushed – to taste

Salt – to taste

Method

1. Marinate the chicken pieces with garlic paste, 1 tsp light soya sauce and a little black pepper. Keep aside for 30 mins.
2. Dust the chicken pieces with corn flour.
3. Deep fry the pieces in hot oil and drain on absorbent paper.
4. Heat 2 tblsp oil in a pan. Add the chopped garlic, chopped celery stalks and soya sauce. Add the sugar. Stir briefly, add a cup of water and corn starch.
5. When the sauce comes to a boil add the onion and capsicum followed by the chicken pieces. Add the celery leaves and vinegar.
6. Season with salt and pepper. Mix well. Remove from heat when the sauce thickens.
7. Serve hot with steamed rice or noodle or as a snack.

© Rinki’s Kitchen 2012