- Prepare Chicken:
- Season the chicken pieces with salt and black pepper. Coat each piece in cornstarch, then dip in beaten eggs, ensuring they are well coated.
- Fry Chicken:
- In a large skillet or wok, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Fry the coated chicken pieces until they are golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Make Sweet and Sour Sauce:
- In a bowl, whisk together ketchup, rice vinegar, soy sauce, pineapple juice, and granulated sugar. Adjust the sweetness and tanginess according to your taste.
- Thicken Sauce:
- In a small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water. Add this mixture to the sweet and sour sauce. Stir well and set aside.
- Stir-Fry Vegetables:
- In the same skillet or wok, add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Stir-fry the diced bell pepper and onion until they are slightly tender.
- Combine Sauce and Vegetables:
- Pour the sweet and sour sauce over the stir-fried vegetables. Allow the sauce to thicken as it simmers.
- Add Fried Chicken and Pineapple:
- Add the fried chicken pieces and pineapple chunks to the sauce. Gently toss everything together until the chicken is well coated and heated through.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds if desired. Serve the Sweet and Sour Chicken over rice.
Enjoy this homemade Sweet and Sour Chicken with its deliciously balanced flavors!