Our trusty slow cookers can be a saviour on the busiest of days, helping us to get our midweek meals made without fuss. But what about those times when we fancy a little something extra? That’s what we’re talking about! Presenting.. Sweet and Sour Chicken. This sticky, sweet, tangy Sweet and Sour Chicken deliciousness is a winner of a fakeaway. It’s so much cheaper to make at home, using your slow cooker is energy efficient and this recipe doesn’t use any complicated ingredients. This style of sauce is a total classic, enjoyed by everyone (a particular favourite with kids) hope you love it too! ❤️
Why you’ll love this Sweet and Sour Chicken recipe
⭐️ Simple store cupboard ingredients ⭐️ Delicious sweet, tangy flavour ⭐️ Easy preparation and cooking How it came to be that it’s now a rather orange sauce in the UK though is anyone’s guess! As it’s evolved, we are more familiar with a bright, sticky sauce that was ranked #4 in a survey of Brits’ favourite takeaways during lockdown. This report suggests that the origins may have come from Shanghai and interestingly, the sauce was then black in colour. This is my take on Sweet and Sour Chicken, focused on flavour, convenience, cost, and as always, family friendliness. In the freezer Wait until it’s totally cold and then put into a freezer proof container and freeze for up to 3 months. Defrost thoroughly before reheating in the microwave or on the hob. Serving suggestionsThis goes really well with my Egg Fried Rice and prawn crackers. You could also have this with noodles if you prefer.
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