Stir-fry chicken with pineapple in sweet and sour sauce

4 servings

30 minutes

Pineapple stir-fried chicken in sweet and sour sauce is a refined blend of flavors combining the tenderness of chicken fillet, the spiciness of ginger and garlic, and the freshness of pineapple. Originating from Asian and European culinary traditions, this dish harmoniously balances the sweetness of fruits with a slight tang from vinegar and orange juice. High-heat frying preserves the juiciness of the ingredients while adding an appetizing caramelization to the texture. The thick and rich sauce coats each piece, creating a perfect balance of flavors. This dish is great for a cozy family dinner or impressing guests, complementing rice or noodle sides. Easy to prepare yet rich in flavor nuances, this stir-fry will add exotic notes to your table.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 411.5
• Proteins: 28.4g
• Fats: 11.6g
• Carbohydrates: 49.2g

Ingredients

• Red wine vinegar: 6 tbsp
• Orange juice: 6 tbsp
• Sugar: 6 tbsp
• Ketchup: 3 tbsp
• Cornstarch: 1 tsp
• Chicken breast: 450 g
• Vegetable oil: 2 tbsp
• Red onion: 1 head
• Pineapple: 400 g
• Garlic: 3 clove
• Ginger: 4 g
• Green onions: 8 g

Cooking steps

1. Mix vinegar, orange juice, sugar, ketchup, and starch in a bowl.

   Required ingredients:

   • Red wine vinegar: 6 tablespoons
   • Orange juice: 6 tablespoons
   • Sugar: 6 tablespoons
   • Ketchup: 3 tablespoons
   • Cornstarch: 1 teaspoon

2. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels and cut into strips about 1-1.5 cm wide. In a 30 cm diameter pan, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over high heat. Fry the chicken for about 3 minutes until its color changes, then transfer to a plate.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken breast: 450 g
   • Vegetable oil: 2 tablespoons

3. Cut the red onion in half and then into rings 0.5 cm wide, cut the pineapple into 1.5 cm cubes. Add the second tablespoon of oil to the pan and heat it over medium heat, add the onion and cook for 2 minutes until soft. Then add the pineapple and continue cooking for another minute.

   Required ingredients:

   • Red onion: 1 head
   • Pineapple: 400 g
   • Vegetable oil: 2 tablespoons

4. Chop the garlic finely and grate the ginger. Add them to the pan and fry for 15 seconds. Then pour in the vinegar-orange mixture, add the chicken, and mix everything to soak in the sauce. Top with chopped green onions.

   Required ingredients:

   • Garlic: 3 cloves
   • Ginger: 4 g
   • Red wine vinegar: 6 tablespoons
   • Orange juice: 6 tablespoons
   • Sugar: 6 tablespoons
   • Ketchup: 3 tablespoons
   • Cornstarch: 1 teaspoon
   • Chicken breast: 450 g
   • Green onions: 8 g