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Sweet and Sour Chicken |
1 (8 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained 2 green bell pepper, cut into 1 inch pieces 1/4 cup cornstarch 1 3/4 cups water 3/4 cup SPLENDAŽ No Calorie Sweetener, Granulated 1/2 cup distilled white vinegar 2 drops orange food color 8 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into 1 inch cubes 2 1/4 cups self-rising flour 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons cornstarch 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper 1 egg 2 cups water 1 quart vegetable oil for frying 1. In a saucepan, combine 1 1/2 cups water, SPLENDAŽ Granulated Sweetener, vinegar, reserved pineapple syrup, and orange food coloring. Heat to boiling. Turn off heat. Combine 1/4 cup cornstarch and 1/4 cup water; slowly stir into saucepan. Continue stirring until mixture thickens. 2. Combine flour, 2 tablespoons oil, 2 tablespoons cornstarch, salt, white pepper, and egg. Add 1 1/2 cups water gradually to make a thick batter. Stir to blend thoroughly. Add chicken pieces, and stir until chicken is well coated. 3. Heat oil in skillet or wok to 360°F (180°C). Fry chicken pieces in hot oil until golden. Remove chicken, and drain on paper towels. 4. When ready to serve, layer green peppers, pineapple chunks, and cooked chicken pieces on a platter. Pour hot sweet and sour sauce over top. Makes 8 servings. Nutritional Facts Per Serving (1/8 of recipe): Calories: 570; Calories from Fat: 170; Total Fat: 18g; Saturated Fat: 3g; Cholesterol: 165mg; Sodium: 760mg; Total Carbs: 38g; Dietary Fiber: 2g; Sugars: 5g; Protein: 59g |