I took some time posting this recipe as I wanted to explore other options for mandarins. This was made in December and you can see the Christmasy influence in the photo ,brought in by my star shaped crystal candle holder !
This dish was lovingly made on one cold December evening . A red net bag stuffed to the brim with mandarins arrived ,special delivery from Bangalore. Of course I had to do full justice to it. Keeping some aside for us to sink our teeth into at breakfast ,I selected a few to be made for dinner.
Chinese food is a lip smacking favourite with all of us. It’s a cuisine which encompasses all the flavours and disappoints not a single taste bud ! Even before I tasted this dish ,the thought of what it would taste like was swirling in my head causing me to smile as i went about with the preparations !!! That in itself is a reason to try out this recipe. Mandarins and cinnamon all speak of warmth ,much needed in the cooler months. Now as we head towards the on slaught of summer’s heat ,I think we can still use this recipe with the heat toned down .You can also accompany it with a crunchy cool cucumber salad to act as a balance.
Do substitute with plump orangey oranges if you are unable to find mandarins,they pair beautifully as well with chicken. They may not look as cute as the mandarins but no compromise on taste whatsoever ! The dish is caramely with the soft chicken pieces. It feels decadent but as you can see , except for the cashewnuts, it is quite low on fat. I love the burst of green brought on by the spring onions. They add the crunch without overpowering the dish. My chicken of course gets 45 mts in the food detoxifier before it starts cooking. That process ,at our home is as natural as washing our hands before a meal ! So ,no worries ,on that count of eating tainted produce ! The final taste can be altered to your individual preference of sweet ,salty or sour…it’s all in the sauce.
A bowl of yum
I like to serve these in crockery that has an oriental feel to it. It makes the dining experience so much more enjoyable. It also ensures that a meal with the family is just about that ,food and conversation…..no phone calls, vague nods or any other pre occupations can creep in !!!
Great recipe! I tried it with great success and was well received!
Happy to hear that Anand !!!
Very delicious! My children like it!
Glad to hear it ,thanks for the feedback Robert !
It was delicious!! The recipe is very easy and it doesn’t take long to prepare the dish. It was yummy. 🙂
So glad to hear it Johanna. That’s exactly the way I like to cook…simple ,tasty and quick 🙂