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Chilli Chicken with Gravy

Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Servings: 4
Author: Meena, www.hookedonheat.com

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp light cooking oil
  • 1 tsp finely chopped green chillies
  • 1 tbsp finely chopped ginger
  • 1 tbsp finely chopped garlic
  • 1 medium-sized onion thinly sliced
  • 1/2 tsp red chilli powder
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper powder
  • 2 large boneless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tbsp light soya sauce
  • 1 cup water
  • salt to taste
  • 1 tbsp corn starch mixed in with 2 tbsp water
  • finely chopped green onions for garnish

Instructions

  • Heat oil in a large non-stick wok and saute chopped green chillies, ginger and garlic till fragrant. Add in sliced onions and fry till lightly brown.
  • Add in spices and chicken pieces, and stir-fry for 3-5 minutes till chicken starts to brown along the edges. Add in soya sauce and stir-fry for another minute or two.
  • Add water, season with salt, and allow it to come to a slight boil.
  • Stir in the corn starch slurry and cook for a couple of minutes till the sauce thickens. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve warm.