Sweet And Sour Duck Sauce Chicken Two Ways Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.For the baked version: Marinate chicken pieces in a mixture of duck sauce, soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, and spices for at least 1 hour.
• STEP 2.Place the marinated chicken pieces in a baking dish and bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 30-35 minutes or until cooked through.
• STEP 3.For the fried version: In a bowl, mix together flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and spices. Dip chicken pieces in the batter and deep-fry in hot oil until golden brown and cooked through.
• STEP 4.Serve both versions of the chicken with additional duck sauce for dipping and steamed rice or noodles.

Cooking Tips

• For extra crispy fried chicken, double coat the chicken pieces by dipping them in the batter twice.
• You can adjust the sweetness and sourness of the sauce by adding more or less sugar and vinegar according to your taste.
• To make the dish spicier, add some chili flakes or hot sauce to the marinade or batter.

Storage and Serving

• Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• To reheat the baked chicken, place it in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes or until heated through.
• To reheat the fried chicken, place it in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 5-10 minutes or until crispy and heated through.