Caramel Coriander Chicken Recipe

Name: Caramel Coriander Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons ground turmeric; 6 garlic cloves, crushed; 2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 2 egg yolks, beaten; 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into cubes; 1/2 cup plain flour; 1/2 cup oil; 1/2 cup soft brown sugar; 1/2 cup chopped coriander (cilantro); 1/4 cup rice wine vinegar; 1 teaspoon white pepper; 1/4 cup chinese rice wine or 1/4 cup sherry wine

Servings: persons

2 teaspoons ground turmeric
6 garlic cloves, crushed
2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 egg yolks, beaten
2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into cubes
1/2 cup plain flour
1/2 cup oil
1/2 cup soft brown sugar
1/2 cup chopped coriander (cilantro)
1/4 cup rice wine vinegar
1 teaspoon white pepper
1/4 cup chinese rice wine or 1/4 cup sherry wine

1
Place the turmeric, 2 crushed garlic cloves, the ginger, soy, rice wine, egg yolks, white pepper in a large bowl and mix together well. Add chicken toss to coat. Cover with plastic and refrigerate overnight (optional).
2
Pour away excess liquid from the chicken, add flour and toss to mix well.
3
Heat wok until very hot. Add 1 tablespoon of oil and swirl to coat.
4
Add 1/3rd or 1/4th chicken and stir fry for 4 minutes, or until golden brown. Remove from wok and keep warm. Repeat until all the chicken is golden brown. Add oil as necessary.
5
Reduce heat to medium. Add remaining oil, brown sugar, and garlic. Mix together and leave for 1-2 minutes for the sugar to caramelize, and liquefy.
6
Return chicken from wok and add coriander (cilantro) and vinegar. Stir gently for 2 minutes, and put the lid on for 2-3 minutes.
7
Enjoy!
8
Variation: Use twice the sauce and don't drain as much.

1156

kcal

Calories

Fat

101

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 teaspoons ground turmeric, 6 garlic cloves, crushed, 2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, and more.

Yes, Caramel Coriander Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Caramel Coriander Chicken

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Variations & substitutions

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