Authentic Sri Lankan Pepper Chicken Bistek
Looking for a quick, easy, and incredibly flavorful chicken dish? Sri Lankan Pepper Chicken Bistek recipe is a must-try! Bursting with aromatic spices and a delightful kick of pepper, this dish is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. Using simple, readily available ingredients, you can create a truly authentic taste of Sri Lanka right in your own kitchen.
Ingredients:
- Chicken Pieces – 500g
- Chopped Sweet Chili – 01
- Curry Leaves
- Green Chilies – 04 (cut into halves)
- Red Onion – ½, (thinly sliced into rings)
- Chopped Red Onion – ½
- Turmeric Powder – ½ tsp
- Roasted Curry Powder – 01 tsp
- Soy Sauce – 01 tbsp
- Salt – To taste
- Ginger Garlic Paste – 01 tsp
- Pepper Powder – 02 tsp
- Olive Oil – 02 tbsp + extra for sautéing
Let's Get Cooking:
- In a bowl, combine the chicken pieces with roasted curry powder, turmeric powder, salt, pepper powder, soy sauce, 2 tbsp of olive oil, and ginger garlic paste. Mix everything thoroughly, ensuring each piece of chicken is well coated. Let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Heat a pan over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook, stirring frequently, until it is cooked through and tender. Once cooked, transfer the chicken to a separate bowl and set aside.
- In the same pan, add 1-2 tbsp of olive oil. Add the chopped red onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until it softens and turns translucent, releasing its sweet aroma.
- Add the chopped sweet chili, curry leaves, halved green chilies, and the sliced red onion rings to the pan. Sauté for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to infuse the oil and create a tantalizing aroma.
- Add the cooked chicken back into the pan with the aromatic mixture.
- Pour in the remaining soy sauce and mix well, ensuring the chicken is evenly coated with the flavorful sauce.
- Your delicious Sri Lankan Pepper Chicken Bistek is ready to be served. Enjoy it hot with your favorite accompaniments!
Tips for the Best Pepper Chicken Bistek:
- Adjust the amount of green chilies and pepper powder to your preferred level of spiciness.
- For a richer flavor, marinate the chicken for a longer period, even up to a few hours in the refrigerator.
- Fresh curry leaves will provide the best aroma.
- Serve immediately for the best taste and texture.
