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Spicy Stir-Fried Mongolian Chicken

Spicy Stir-Fried Mongolian Chicken: A Flavor Packed 30-Minute Meal

A delightful Spicy Stir-Fried Mongolian Chicken recipe that marries tender chicken with a sweet and spicy sauce, ready in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mongolian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound chicken breast
  • 2 tablespoon cornstarch For crispy coating
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoon vegetable oil For stir-frying
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce Essential for flavor
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar To balance the saltiness
  • 2 tablespoon hoisin sauce Provides sweetness and depth
For Flavor
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger Minced
  • 3 cloves garlic Minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes Adjustable heat
For Crunch and Color
  • 1 medium red bell pepper Sliced
  • 2 stalks green onions Sliced
Optional Topping
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds Toasted

Equipment

  • Wok
  • Non-stick skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Thinly slice the chicken breast and coat evenly with cornstarch. Allow to rest for about 10 minutes.
  2. In a large wok, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat and add the chicken pieces. Stir-fry until golden brown.
  3. Remove chicken and cook ginger, garlic, and red pepper flakes in the same pan until fragrant.
  4. Whisk together soy sauce, water, brown sugar, and hoisin sauce. Add to the pan and simmer for about 2 minutes.
  5. Return the chicken and sliced red bell pepper to the wok and cook for another 3-4 minutes.
  6. Toss in sliced green onions and mix well.
  7. Serve hot over steamed rice and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Adjust spice levels to personal preference. For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken with firm tofu or mushrooms.

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