Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup ketchup
• 1/3 cup rice vinegar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1/4 cup water
• 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1/2 teaspoon minced ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Directions:

1. In a small bowl, whisk together the ketchup, rice vinegar, brown sugar, and soy sauce until well combined.
2. Set aside.
3. In another small bowl, dissolve the cornstarch in water to create a slurry.
4. Set aside.
5. Heat vegetable oil in a small saucepan over medium heat.
6. Add minced garlic, minced ginger, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using).
7. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
8. Pour in the ketchup mixture and bring to a simmer.
9. Let it cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
10. Stir the cornstarch slurry once more to ensure it’s well combined, then pour it into the saucepan.
11. Stir continuously until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes.
12. Remove the sauce from heat and let it cool slightly before serving.
13. Use the Chinese Sweet and Sour Sauce as a dip for your favorite appetizers or as a sauce for stir-fries.
14. Enjoy!

Crispy Sweet & Sour Chicken Recipe: This Quick Asian Chicken Recipe Satisfies Those Chinese Food Cravings

In the mood for sweet and sour chicken? No need to order takeout when you’ve got this easy and delicious sweet and sour chicken recipe. While it finishes cooking in the oven, make your rice and dinner is done.

Cuisine: Chinese
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients:
4 to 6 boneless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch chunks
1 cup cornstarch
2 eggs, beaten
1/3 cup oil
Sauce
3/4 cup white sugar
4 tablespoons ketchup (try this homemade ketchup)
1/2 cup white vinegar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon garlic salt

Here’s how you make it:

1. Heat oil in a large skillet. Season the chicken with salt and pepper to taste.
2. Dip the chicken into the cornstarch to coat and then into the eggs.
3. Cook the chicken in the hot oil until browned.
4. Place in a baking dish.
5. Make the sauce by whisking together all of the ingredients.
6. Pour the sauce over the chicken and stir gently to coat completely.
7. Bake at 350 degrees F for about 15 minutes.
8. Turn the chicken over and cook about 10 minutes more, or until done.
9. Serve with brown rice or white rice.
10. Garnish with chopped green onions.