| Chicken Manchurian is a favorite among fans, it is | | | | 2 tbsp tomato ketchup |
| easy to prepare and tasty. Served along side stir | | | | 2 tbsp cornstarch |
| fried noodles with vegetables or fragrant jasmine | | | | 1 cup of water |
| rice, it makes for a delightful meal. A vegetarian | | | | 1/2 cup of oil (vegetable or canola)salt and pepper |
| version can be made by easily substituting the | | | | to tastecilantro leaves, finely chopped for |
| chicken pieces with cauliflower florets (Gobi | | | | garnishtoasted sesame seeds for garnish |
| Manchurian). There are many different variations | | | | Method: |
| of this recipe and I have tried most of them. The | | | | Marinate the chicken pieces with salt, pepper and |
| one below is my very own and a favorite in my | | | | half of garlic and ginger. Mix well to combine and |
| house especially with kids. | | | | let sit in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours. This |
| Ingredients: | | | | can be done using a plastic zip bag. In a large |
| 1 lb of boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1 | | | | skillet, add the oil and heat on medium. Prepare a |
| inch pieces | | | | slurry by combining the cornstarch and the water. |
| 1 inch piece of ginger, peeled and minced | | | | Mix thoroughly to create a smooth batter. Pour |
| 4 large cloves of garlic, finely minced | | | | the mixture over the marinated chicken and coat |
| 1 medium onion, finely chopped | | | | well. Fry the chicken pieces until golden brown and |
| 6 small green chilies, cut in half lengthwise | | | | crispy on all sides. This can be done in batches so |
| 1 tsp chili powder | | | | as not to overcrowd the pan. Drain well and set |
| 4 tbsp soy sauce (light or low sodium is fine) | | | | aside until needed. |