Tang Cu Ji (tangy Manchu Sweet And Sour Chicken)

Tang Cu Ji, also known as Tangy Manchu Sweet and Sour Chicken, is a classic dish from Manchu Cuisine. This recipe combines the tangy flavors of vinegar and the sweetness of sugar to create a deliciously balanced sweet and sour sauce that coats crispy chicken pieces.

Tang Cu Ji (tangy Manchu Sweet And Sour Chicken)

Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1 onion, diced
  • Pineapple chunks (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, coat the chicken pieces in cornstarch, then dip them in the beaten eggs.
  2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken pieces until golden and crispy. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add the bell pepper and onion. Sauté until they start to soften.
  4. In a small bowl, mix together the sugar, ketchup, rice vinegar, soy sauce, garlic powder, and minced ginger. Pour the sauce into the skillet with the vegetables.
  5. Add the fried chicken back into the skillet and toss to coat with the sweet and sour sauce. Cook for a few more minutes until the sauce thickens and the chicken is heated through.
  6. Optional: Garnish with pineapple chunks before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
28g
Fat
12g

Supplies

Large skillet Bowl Small bowl Cutting board Knife Tongs

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serve the Tang Cu Ji over steamed white rice for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For extra crispiness, you can double-coat the chicken by dipping it in the beaten eggs and cornstarch again before frying.

Cost

$15