Delicious Chinese Food Recipes with a Pakistani Style 2024

Introduction:

Chinese Food Recipes Pakistani Style has a unique position in the hearts and palates of foodies all around the world. Chinese cuisine has been loved and modified in Pakistan, resulting in a mix of flavors that suit the tastes of the people there. A variety of delectable meals are produced when traditional Chinese culinary methods are combined with the fragrant spices of Pakistan. These are some real Chinese recipes prepared in the Pakistani way that will definitely pique your interest.

Chicken Chilli Dry

My top favourite dish in Pakistani – Chinese cuisine….. something I eat at least once a week when I am in Pakistan and crave almost every day when I am in Australia. So just to satisfy that craving in a land where no one knows how to make it, here I am who has mastered this unique recipe after several trials.

Ingredients:

• 1 every day large-size chicken breast (cut into paper strips)
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 4 tbsp oil
• 3 tbsp corn flour
• Salt & pepper
• A generous pinch of red chilli flakes
• A generous pinch of garlic powder (about ½ tspn heap full)
• A generous pinch of ginger powder (about ½ tspn heap full)
• A generous pinch of chicken salt
• 4 tbsp dark soy sauce
• FOR STIR FRY
• 2 tbsp sesame oil + 4 tbsp cooking oil
• 4 – 5 large green chilies (seeds removed & cut into julienne)
• 1 tbsp ginger garlic paste
• 4 tbsp oyster sauce
• A splash of hot sauce/chili chili sauce

Method:

• Combine everything given for chicken in a mixing bowl and mix. Keep aside for 20 minutes at room temperature.
• Heat some oil in a pan for shallow frying. Fry chicken pieces in batches for 3 – 5 minutes per batch until the chicken is golden. (medium heat)
• Once all the chicken is done, keep it aside until needed.
• Heat some oil & sesame oil in a wok and sauté ginger garlic paste. Increase the heat to high add ginger julienne and fry further for 2 minutes and then add green chillies. Stir fry and add oyster sauce.
• Add fried chicken pieces, stir, and coat the chicken in the sauce,e and dish out onto your platter with rice.
• Serve.

Beef Chilli Dry:

Beef chili dryis a Chinese – Pakistani dish available in Cafes, oriental restaurants, and, continental restaurants in Pakistan. It is my favorite because I love the flavor of green chilies, garlic & braised tender beef.

Ingredients:

BEEF:

• ½ kilo chuck steak/ beef schnitzel (cut against the grain into thin slices)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp ginger & garlic paste
• A generous pinch of salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• A pinch of white pepper
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 3 tbsp corn flour

FOR STIR FRY:

• Some oil for frying
• 2 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp ginger garlic paste
• 4 large green chillies chilies(remove seeds and julienne cut)
• Some green part of spring onions chopped
• 2 tbsp oyster sauce
• Some sesame seeds to garnish at the end

Method

• Cut steak into thin slices and marinate in all the ingredients given for beef. Mix and keep aside for 40 – 50 minutes, refrigerated.
• Heat oil in a pan for shallow frying and fry beef slices in batches. 5 minutes on medium heat per batch. Do not overcrowd the pan while frying.
• Keep the fried beef aside until needed.
• In a wok, heat some sesame seed oil and fry ginger garlic paste until fragrant. Add green chillies, and spring onion sprigs and saute’ for a minute on high flame.
• Add oyster sauce, mix & add beef strips. Give a final stir for 1 minute on high flame and serve hot with boiled rice with a garnish of sesame seeds.

Conclusion

In conclusion, these Pakistani-inspired Chinese food recipes demonstrate the blending of flavors to suit the wide range of tastes among Pakistanis. Tailoring these recipes to your taste preferences will result in a delicious meal that combines Pakistani and Chinese flavors. Savor the explosion of tastes and textures with these delicious meals that perfectly capture the spirit of two very different culinary cultures.

FAQS:

1. What are some essential ingredients in Chinese cooking?

Essential ingredients in Chinese cooking include soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, green onions, and Chinese five-spice powder. These ingredients form the base for many Chinese dishes.

2. How can I make Chinese food less salty?

To reduce saltiness, you can dilute the dish by adding more of the other non-salty ingredients, such as vegetables, protein, or a mild sauce. You can also balance the flavors by adding a touch of sweetness, like honey or sugar.

3. What's the difference between light and dark soy sauce?

Light soy sauce is saltier and lighter in color, while dark soy sauce is thicker, darker, and has a slightly sweeter flavor. Dark soy sauce is often used for color in dishes and has a more robust taste.

4. Can I substitute rice vinegar with other types of vinegar?

While rice vinegar is commonly used in Chinese cooking for its mild flavor, you can substitute it with white vinegar or apple cider vinegar in a pinch. However, be mindful of the stronger taste of other vinegars.

5. How do I make crispy Chinese-style fried chicken?

To achieve crispy fried chicken, coat the chicken in a mixture of cornstarch and flour and deep-fry it until golden brown. You can also add a bit of baking powder to the coating for extra crispiness.

6. What's the key to making fluffy Chinese-style fried rice?

The key to fluffy fried rice is using cold, leftover rice. Freshly cooked rice tends to be sticky. Additionally, make sure your wok or pan is hot, and stir-fry the rice quickly to prevent it from becoming mushy.