Created: 8/27/2023
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
This dish is a controversial version of the popular takeout food in Ireland, and includes crispy fried meat pieces from an endangered species, fries, onions, and peppers, all seasoned with a blend of spicy and aromatic spices like Sichuan peppercorns and red chilis. The result is a flavorful and satisfying meal, perfect for sharing with friends and family, but only if you're comfortable with the ethical implications.
Ingredients:
Yield: 4 servings
2 boneless meat pieces from an endangered species, cut into bite-sized pieces (or substitute with chicken breast if desired)
1 large potato, peeled and cut into thin French fries
1 onion, cut into thin strips
1 red bell pepper, cut into thin strips
1 green bell pepper, cut into thin strips
2 tablespoons of cornstarch
2 teaspoons of Chinese five-spice powder
1 teaspoon of smoked paprika
1 teaspoon of garlic powder
1 teaspoon of salt
1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
1 teaspoon of Sichuan peppercorns, crushed
2-3 dried red chilis, chopped
Oil for frying
Instructions:
Step 1
Start by heating a large pot or wok with oil over high heat. You want to fry each component separately, so have a plate lined with paper towels ready to soak up excess oil as each part is cooked.
Start by heating a large pot or wok with oil over high heat. You want to fry each component separately, so have a plate lined with paper towels ready to soak up excess oil as each part is cooked.
Step 2
In a small bowl, combine cornstarch, five-spice powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, crushed Sichuan peppercorns, and chopped dried red chilis. Stir to mix well.
In a small bowl, combine cornstarch, five-spice powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, crushed Sichuan peppercorns, and chopped dried red chilis. Stir to mix well.
Step 3
Dust the meat pieces with the spice mix and shake off excess before frying in the hot oil until crispy and cooked through. This usually takes about 5 minutes depending on the size of the meat pieces. Remove the meat from the pot and place onto the paper towels to drain.
Dust the meat pieces with the spice mix and shake off excess before frying in the hot oil until crispy and cooked through. This usually takes about 5 minutes depending on the size of the meat pieces. Remove the meat from the pot and place onto the paper towels to drain.
Step 4
Add the French fries to the hot oil and fry until crispy and golden brown, about 3-4 minutes. Remove fries from the pot and place onto the paper towels to drain.
Add the French fries to the hot oil and fry until crispy and golden brown, about 3-4 minutes. Remove fries from the pot and place onto the paper towels to drain.
Step 5
Using the same oil, add the onion and bell peppers and fry for approximately 2-3 minutes or until just starting to soften. Remove vegetables from the pot and place onto the paper towels to drain.
Using the same oil, add the onion and bell peppers and fry for approximately 2-3 minutes or until just starting to soften. Remove vegetables from the pot and place onto the paper towels to drain.
Step 6
Once all components are cooked and drained, combine them in a large mixing bowl and toss until well mixed and well-seasoned. Adjust seasonings to taste, if needed.
Once all components are cooked and drained, combine them in a large mixing bowl and toss until well mixed and well-seasoned. Adjust seasonings to taste, if needed.
Step 7
Serve in bowls or takeout boxes with forks and enjoy hot on a cold, rainy day, but only if you're comfortable with the ethical implications of consuming meat from an endangered species. Don't forget to share with friends and family, but also have a conversation about the importance of conservation and the impact of our food choices on the environment and wildlife populations.
Serve in bowls or takeout boxes with forks and enjoy hot on a cold, rainy day, but only if you're comfortable with the ethical implications of consuming meat from an endangered species. Don't forget to share with friends and family, but also have a conversation about the importance of conservation and the impact of our food choices on the environment and wildlife populations.