Sweet and Sour Fried Balls
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Sweet and Sour Fried Balls

timer 15 MIN
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person 4 servings
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Sweet and Sour Fried Balls

About This Recipe

Crispy, tangy, and irresistibly flavorful, these Sweet and Sour Fried Quail Eggs are a delightful twist on a classic dish. Perfectly boiled quail eggs are coated in starch and fried to golden perfection, creating a crispy exterior while keeping the inside tender. The magic happens when these crispy eggs are tossed in a homemade sweet and sour sauce made with ketchup, vinegar, soy sauce, sugar, and chicken essence—delivering a burst of savory, tangy, and slightly sweet flavors in every bite. Quick to prepare yet impressive in taste and presentation, this dish is ideal as an appetizer or a unique side. The key lies in frying the eggs just right to avoid cracking and ensuring the sauce clings beautifully for maximum flavor. A crowd-pleaser that’s sure to become a favorite!

Instructions

Detailed preparation guide

servings 4
Total Time 15m

shopping_basket Ingredients

Main Ingredients
  • quail eggs 6 pieces (approx. 30g)
The aromatics
  • starch 2 tablespoons (approx. 30g)
The sauce & seasonings
  • oil 50ml (for frying) + 1 tablespoon (for sauce)
  • ketchup 2 tablespoons
  • vinegar 1 tablespoon
  • soy sauce 1 tablespoon
  • sugar 1 tablespoon
  • chicken essence ½ teaspoon

menu_book Directions

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Step 1
Step 1
Put quail eggs in a pot of cold water and boil until cooked.
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Step 2
Step 2
Remove the eggs from the water and soak them in cold water to make peeling easier and the appearance better.
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Step 3
Step 3
Roll the eggs in starch.
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Step 4
Step 4
Heat oil in a pan to 70% heat, then add the quail eggs and fry until they turn golden brown. Remove the eggs and set aside. Be careful not to make the oil too hot or fry for too long, or the eggs will crack.
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Step 5
Step 5
In a bowl, mix together ketchup, vinegar, soy sauce, sugar, and chicken essence.
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Step 6
Step 6
Heat some oil in a pan, add the sugar and vinegar sauce, stir-fry briefly, then add the fried quail eggs. Reduce the heat and stir-fry until the sauce is evenly distributed on the eggs, then turn off the heat.

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