Orange chicken is a popular Chinese dish that is enjoyed by people all over the world. The chicken is typically battered and fried, then coated in a sweet and tangy orange sauce. The sauce is what gives the dish its unique flavor and is often made with orange juice, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, and other ingredients.
To make the orange sauce, the ingredients are mixed together and simmered until they thicken into a sticky, flavorful glaze. The chicken is then tossed in the sauce, allowing it to absorb the flavors and coat the chicken pieces evenly. The tanginess of the orange sauce helps to balance out the sweetness, making it a popular choice for those who enjoy a savory yet slightly sweet dish.
There are many variations of orange chicken, with some recipes using different spices and ingredients to give it a unique twist. Some recipes also call for the addition of vegetables such as broccoli or peppers, creating a colorful and nutritious dish. Whether enjoyed as a main course or as part of a larger meal, orange chicken is a delicious and satisfying dish that is sure to please.
Prep Time: 45 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
Course: Meats
Cuisine: Fusion, International
Servings: 2
Ingredients
- 7 chicken drum sticks seasoned and marinated
- 6 tbsp. oil divided
- 1 onion sliced
- 3 cloves garlic crushed
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 1/2 tbsp. grated orange rind
- 2 tsp. arrowroot flour
- 1 tsp. brown sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 tsp. five spice powder
- Water for sauteing the chicken
Instructions
- Add the five spice powder to the seasoned marinated chicken. Saute the chicken in 3 tbsp. oil. and let it brown a bit.Add a little water occasionally and allow the chicken to cook for about 20 minutes or until tender. Set aside.
- Heat 3 tablespoon of oil in a deep pot. Saute the onion and the garlic for one minute. Add 3/4 cup of water, the orange juice and sugar.
- Note: If you want your orange chicken to have more of an orange flavor you can substitute the water in the recipe for orange juice and decrease the orange rind by half.
- Mix the remaining 1/4 cup of water with the arrowroot powder and add to the mixture.
- When the mixture comes to a boil, add the cooked chicken and orange rind. Leave to simmer until the sauce thickens. Remove and serve with your favourite dish.
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Orange Chicken
Ingredients
- 7 chicken drum sticks seasoned and marinated
- 6 tbsp. oil divided
- 1 onion sliced
- 3 cloves garlic crushed
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 1/2 tbsp. grated orange rind
- 2 tsp. arrowroot flour
- 1 tsp. brown sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 tsp. five spice powder
- Water for sauteing the chicken
Instructions
- Add the five spice powder to the seasoned marinated chicken. Saute the chicken in 3 tbsp. oil. and let it brown a bit.Add a little water occasionally and allow the chicken to cook for about 20 minutes or until tender. Set aside.
- Heat 3 tablespoon of oil in a deep pot. Saute the onion and the garlic for one minute. Add 3/4 cup of water, the orange juice and sugar.
- Note: If you want your orange chicken to have more of an orange flavor you can substitute the water in the recipe for orange juice and decrease the orange rind by half.
- Mix the remaining 1/4 cup of water with the arrowroot powder and add to the mixture.
- When the mixture comes to a boil, add the cooked chicken and orange rind. Leave to simmer until the sauce thickens. Remove and serve with your favourite dish.
