Sweet and Sour Fried Pheasant
Nov 06, 2023
Sweet and Sour Fried Pheasant
This sweet and sour pheasant recipe has become an absolute go-to for us as a quick and easy dinner the entire family will actually eat!
Ingredients:
For the Sweet and Sour Sauce:
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 1/4 cup mirin
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 teaspoon ginger, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons of water (for thickening)
- Vegetable oil for frying
For the Pheasant and Corn Starch Breading:
- 4 pheasant breasts, boneless and skinless
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup cornstarch
- 2 eggs, beaten
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions:
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Prepare the Sweet and Sour Sauce:
- In a small saucepan, combine the white sugar, mirin, ketchup, soy sauce, chicken broth, minced ginger, and minced garlic.
- Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring to dissolve the sugar.
- Simmer the sauce for about 5-7 minutes until it thickens slightly.
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Thicken the Sauce:
- In a small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water to create a slurry.
- Slowly add the slurry to the sauce while stirring continuously.
- Continue to simmer the sauce until it reaches your desired consistency.
- Once the sauce has thickened, remove it from heat and set it aside.
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Prepare the Pheasant:
- Cut the pheasant breasts into small strips.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Dredge each piece in cornstarch, making sure to coat it evenly.
- Dip the cornstarch-coated pheasant into the beaten eggs and let any excess drip off.
- Dredge the pheasant once more in cornstarch for a double layer of coating.
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Fry the Pheasant:
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or frying pan to about 350°F (175°C).
- Carefully add the pheasant to the hot oil, one at a time, and fry until they are golden brown and cooked through. This usually takes about 4-6 minutes per side, depending on the thickness of the meat.
- Use a slotted spoon to remove the fried pheasant and place them on paper towels to drain any excess oil.
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Serve:
- Reheat the sweet and sour sauce if necessary.
- Throw the fried pheasant and sauce into a large Tupperware bowl or plastic bag and shake.
- Top with white sesame seeds.
- Serve your sweet and sour pheasant with steamed rice or your choice of side dishes.
Leave a comment below if you try this one or have any upgrades to the recipe you'd make!