Japanese Chinese Jalfrezi

Ingredients

Japanese Chinese Jalfrezi incorporates the flavors and cooking techniques of Japanese Chinese cuisine while staying true to the essence of Indian Jalfrezi. The dish uses ingredients commonly found in Japanese Chinese cooking, such as soy sauce, ginger, and garlic, to add a distinct umami flavor. Additionally, it incorporates Japanese Chinese stir-frying techniques to create a vibrant and visually appealing dish. We alse have the original recipe for Jalfrezi, so you can check it out.

• 2 tablespoons (30ml) vegetable oil 2 tablespoons (30ml) vegetable oil
• 1 onion, thinly sliced 1 onion, thinly sliced
• 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 carrot, julienned 1 carrot, julienned
• 200g (7oz) boneless chicken, thinly sliced 200g (7oz) boneless chicken, thinly sliced
• 200g (7oz) shrimp, peeled and deveined 200g (7oz) shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon (15ml) soy sauce 1 tablespoon (15ml) soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon (15ml) oyster sauce 1 tablespoon (15ml) oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon (15ml) tomato ketchup 1 tablespoon (15ml) tomato ketchup
• 1 teaspoon (5g) chili paste 1 teaspoon (5g) chili paste
• 1 teaspoon (5g) sugar 1 teaspoon (5g) sugar
• Salt, to taste Salt, to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• Fresh cilantro, for garnish Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 12g, 2g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 20g, 8g
• Protein: 30g
• Fiber: 4g
• Salt: 2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat.
2. 2.
   Add the sliced onion and stir-fry for 2 minutes until translucent.
3. 3.
   Add the bell pepper and carrot, and stir-fry for another 2 minutes until slightly tender.
4. 4.
   Push the vegetables to one side of the wok and add the chicken and shrimp. Stir-fry until the meat is cooked through and the shrimp turns pink.
5. 5.
   In a small bowl, mix together the minced garlic, soy sauce, oyster sauce, tomato ketchup, chili paste, sugar, salt, and black pepper.
6. 6.
   Pour the sauce over the cooked meat and vegetables. Stir-fry for an additional 2 minutes until everything is well coated and heated through.
7. 7.
   Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot with steamed rice or noodles.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Shrimp — Make sure to devein the shrimp before using them in the recipe to remove any grit or sand.

Tips & Tricks

• For a vegetarian version, replace the chicken and shrimp with tofu or your favorite vegetables.
• Adjust the amount of chili paste according to your spice preference.
• Add a splash of rice vinegar for a tangy twist.
• Serve with a side of pickled ginger for added flavor.
• Customize the dish by adding other vegetables like mushrooms or snow peas.

Serving advice

Japanese Chinese Jalfrezi is best served hot with steamed rice or noodles. Garnish with fresh cilantro for a pop of color and freshness.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, arrange the stir-fried vegetables, chicken, and shrimp on a platter and drizzle the sauce over the top. Sprinkle some sesame seeds for an added touch of elegance.