Tag: Crispy Chicken Lollipop is a popular Indo-Chinese dish that combines the flavors of spicy chicken, crispy coating, and sweet and sour sauce. Ingredients: _For the Chicken:_ - 500g boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into lollipop shape - 1/2 cup cornflour - 1/2 cup all-purpose flour - 1/4 cup spices (cumin powder, coriander powder, garam masala) - 1/4 cup ginger-garlic paste - 1/4 cup lemon juice - 1/4 cup soy sauce - Salt, to taste - 2 eggs, beaten - Vegetable oil, for frying _For the Coating:_ - 1 cup cornflakes, crushed - 1/2 cup breadcrumbs - 1/4 cup grated cheese (optional) _For the Sauce:_ - 1/2 cup ketchup - 1/4 cup soy sauce - 1/4 cup vinegar - 1/4 cup sugar - 2 tablespoons cornflour - 2 tablespoons water - 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste - Salt and pepper, to taste Instructions: 1. Marinate chicken in spices, ginger-garlic paste, lemon juice, and soy sauce for 30 minutes. 2. Dip marinated chicken in beaten eggs and then coat with cornflakes and breadcrumbs mixture. 3. Fry coated chicken in hot oil until crispy and golden brown. 4. Prepare sauce by mixing ketchup, soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, cornflour, and water. 5. Add ginger-garlic paste and season with salt and pepper. 6. Toss fried chicken in sauce until well coated. 7. Serve Crispy Chicken Lollipop hot, garnished with chopped scallions and sesame seeds. Tips: - Use chicken breast for tender and juicy lollipops. - Adjust spice level to taste. - Add chopped onions, bell peppers, or carrots to sauce for extra flavor. - Serve with steamed vegetables or fried rice. Nutrition Information (per serving): - Calories: 350 - Fat: 15g - Saturated Fat: 3g - Cholesterol: 60mg - Carbohydrates: 25g - Fiber: 2g - Sugar: 10g - Sodium: 350mg Variations: - Spicy Chicken Lollipop: Add more chili flakes or sriracha sauce. - Honey Chicken Lollipop: Replace sugar with honey. - Veggie Chicken Lollipop: Add chopped vegetables to coating mixture. Regional Variations: - Indian-Style: Add cumin, coriander, and garam masala. - Chinese-Style: Use soy sauce, and ginger-garlic paste. - Southeast Asian-Style: Add fish sauce and lime juice. Serving Suggestions: - Serve as appetizer or main course. - Pair with steamed vegetables or fried rice. - Accompany with sweet and sour sauce or chili sauce.