Homemade Sweet and Sour Chinese Chicken Balls
Savor the flavors of Homemade Sweet and Sour Chinese Chicken Balls, where every mouthful takes you on a flavor journey. These crispy golden bites are made with love featuring pieces of chicken coated in a perfectly golden batter. The combination of the tangy sauce creates a blend of textures and flavors, in every bite. Whether you enjoy them as an appetizer or a main dish this recipe is sure to please any crowd. What's more it's easy enough for beginner cooks to enjoy the taste of Chinese cuisine, from the comfort of their own homes.
Servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt and pepper
- 2 cups water
- 6 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
- 4 cups vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- To make the batter combine 1 cup of flour, 1 cup of cornstarch, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, 1 tablespoon of powder and 1 teaspoon each of salt and pepper, in a bowl. Gradually add 2 cups of water while stirring until you have a batter. Set it aside.
- Next heat 4 cups of oil in a pot to reach a temperature of around 375°F (190°C).
- Cut 6 boneless skinless chicken breasts into bite pieces. Dip each piece into the batter to ensure it is fully coated.
- Carefully drop the battered chicken into the oil. Fry them until they turn brown and float to the top; this should take 5 to 7 minutes.
- Once cooked use a slotted spoon to remove the chicken pieces from the oil and let any oil drip off. Drizzle your sweet and sour sauce, over them.
- Serve your Homemade Sweet and Sour Chinese Chicken Balls as either an appetizer or a satisfying main course. Enjoy!
Notes
To assemble a gluten-free version of this recipe you can supersede the all-purpose flour with a blend of gluten-free flours. Also, make sure to choose a sweet and sour sauce that is precisely labeled as gluten-free. Lastly, it's important to check that the baking powder you use is approved gluten-free. By making these substitutions you can still savor the taste of Sweet and Sour Chinese Chicken Balls without any worries, about gluten.