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Cookd Schezwan Fried Chicken

Also known as Fried Chicken, Spicy Chicken · Non-veg · Rice dishes, Dry sides

Rice dishesDry sidesNoodles & PastaSnacks & StartersHigh proteinDairy-free

Total35 min
Prep15 min
Cook20 min
Serves4
Per serving492 cal
Spicemedium

Good for: Party, Rainy Day

Cookd Schezwan Fried Chicken

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Schezwan fried chicken made with the Cookd Fried Chicken Kit, tossed in soaked Kashmiri chilli, garlic and soy. Medium-spicy, serves 4, 35 minutes, video.

High protein

Ingredients

14 items
Cooking for4 servings
  • CeleryCelery, Finely Chopped10 grams
  • WaterWater270 ml
  • SaltSalt2 grams
  • Sesame SeedsSesame SeedsFor Garnish
  • Kashmiri Dry Red ChilliKashmiri Dry Red Chilli, Deseeded20
  • Cookd Fried Chicken KitCookd Fried Chicken Kit285 grams
  • GarlicGarlic, Finely Chopped25 grams
  • Soy SauceSoy Sauce2 tsp
  • GingerGinger, Finely Chopped15 grams
  • Coconut OilCoconut Oil30 ml
  • Tomato KetchupTomato Ketchup30 grams
  • Hot WaterHot WaterAs Required
  • Chicken Boneless CubesChicken Boneless Cubes500 grams
  • Star AniseStar Anise½

Contains: wheat, soya, sesame.

Nutrition

One serving, and the whole batch of 4. Worked out from the ingredients, so treat it as a close guide.

NutrientPer servingAll 4
Energy492kcal1968kcal
Protein36g144g
Carbohydrate58g233g
Fat13g50g
Fibre4.3g17g
Sugar4.1g16g

Cookd masalas for chicken boneless cubes

Method

  1. 1

    Soak the chillies and star anise in hot water for 10 minutes Marinate the chicken with the cookd secret marinade and mix till it is coated evenly

    Kashmiri Dry Red ChilliHot WaterChicken Boneless CubesStar Anise

  2. 2

    Make a smooth batter with 5 tbsp of the cookd ultra crispy fry mix and 150 ml water Add the remaining fry mix to another bowl. Coat the chicken in the dry mix first, then in the batter and in the fry mix again. Dust in it a downward motion to get the crust. Heat oil in a kadai, deep fry the chicken for 5 minutes in hot oil till golden and crispy Drain off the excess oil and keep it aside

    Cookd Fried Chicken KitWater

  3. 3

    Heat a pan/wok, add oil Add the chopped ginger and garlic and saute till it turns golden Add the celery and saute for a few seconds

    CeleryGarlicGingerCoconut Oil

  4. 4

    Add the chilli paste and cook till oil separates Add soy sauce, tomato ketchup and mix well. Add little water, bring it to a boil

    WaterSoy SauceTomato Ketchup

  5. 5

    Add the fried chicken and toss it on a high flame for a few seconds Transfer it to a bowl, garnish with sesame seeds and serve it hot immediately

    SaltSesame Seeds

Before you start

How long does Cookd Schezwan Fried Chicken take?
35 minutes from start to finish. That is 15 minutes of preparation and 20 minutes of cooking.
How many people does Cookd Schezwan Fried Chicken serve?
4. The ingredient quantities on this page rescale if you are cooking for a different number.
Is Cookd Schezwan Fried Chicken vegetarian?
No, it contains meat or fish.
Is Cookd Schezwan Fried Chicken spicy?
It is medium: 2 on our scale of 3. Chilli scales gently when you change the servings, so doubling the recipe does not double the heat.
What do I need to make Cookd Schezwan Fried Chicken?
500 grams Chicken Boneless Cubes, 285 grams Cookd Fried Chicken Kit, 25 grams Garlic, 20 Kashmiri Dry Red Chilli, 2 tsp Soy Sauce, 10 grams Celery, and a few more listed on this page.
Do I need a pressure cooker for Cookd Schezwan Fried Chicken?
No, it is cooked in an open pot.
How many calories are in Cookd Schezwan Fried Chicken?
About 492 a serving. The full nutrition table is on this page, per serving and for the whole batch.

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