La Zi Chicken is a bold and flavourful Sichuan-style dish featuring tender popcorn chicken tossed with aromatic chilli flakes and dried chillies. The savoury chicken is infused with the smoky, spicy flavours of the chillies, creating a delicious balance of warmth and umami in every bite.
Spicy, aromatic and satisfying, this dish is perfect for spice lovers who enjoy a generous kick. The dried chillies add a fragrant heat to the tender chicken, making it a simple yet flavourful dish that pairs well with steamed rice.
Ingredients
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Royal Delights Popcorn Chicken (Original Flavor)
- 2 tablespoons Dried Chili Crushed (SunnyFarm)
- 1 cup Chilli Flakes
- Cooking Oil
- 5 minced Garlic Cloves
- 1 chopped Green Onion
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2 chopped Shallot
- 1 cup Coriander
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
Instructions
- Air fry the popcorn chicken at 180°C for about 10 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Chop 1 green onion and 2 shallots into small pieces. Set aside.
- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry the garlic until fragrant, then add the chopped spring onion and shallot. Fry for about 1 minute.
- Add the chilli flakes and dried chilli, then mix well. Add 1 teaspoon of sugar and continue stirring.
- Add the air-fried popcorn chicken and toss well to coat evenly with the chilli mixture.
- Add coriander and mix well to combine.
- To assemble, transfer the La Zi Chicken to a serving plate and garnish with more fresh coriander on top.
Tips for La Zi Chicken
Use enough dried chillies to give the dish its signature spicy and aromatic flavour, adjusting the amount according to your preferred spice level.
Keep the popcorn chicken in a single layer when air frying so it cooks evenly and stays crispy.
Add fresh coriander at the end for a refreshing contrast to the spicy and aromatic flavours.
Serve immediately with steamed rice for a satisfying meal, and garnish with fresh coriander to add a refreshing contrast to the spicy, aromatic chicken.
What to Serve with La Zi Chicken
La Zi Chicken is a spicy and flavourful dish that pairs well with simple sides to balance its heat. Serve it with steamed white rice, fried rice, or egg fried rice to soak up the savoury chilli flavours. For a refreshing contrast, pair it with a light cucumber salad, pickled vegetables, or steamed greens. You can also serve it with edamame, stir-fried vegetables, or a simple egg drop soup for a more complete and satisfying meal.
FAQ
1. Is La Zi Chicken very spicy?
La Zi Chicken is traditionally a spicy dish, but you can easily adjust the heat by reducing the amount of dried chillies and chilli flakes.
2. Can I make La Zi Chicken less spicy?
Yes. Reduce the amount of dried chillies and chilli flakes. You can also remove the seeds from the dried chillies to reduce some of the heat.
3. How do I make the chicken more flavourful?
Allow the chicken to be well coated with the chilli, garlic, shallot and spring onion mixture. Adding the chicken while the aromatics are still fragrant helps the flavours cling to the crispy coating.
4. Should I remove the seeds from the dried chillies?
You can remove the seeds if you prefer less heat. Keeping the seeds will give the dish a stronger spicy kick.
