Author Elfie V
Elfie V.

I find inspiration and joy in the kitchen as a passionate cooking enthusiast and culinary artist.

One special ingredient for making this dish is ngohiong. The powder is used to add flavor to meats and vegetables.
Easy to cook and delicious How to Make Chicken Ngohiong at Home.

We're here to guide you through the steps of crafting this delectable dish right in your own kitchen. With our easy-to-follow instructions and common pantry staples, you'll be able to whip up a restaurant-worthy Chicken Ngohiong that'll impress even the toughest food critics. Ngohiong is a dish originating from the city of Cebu in the Philippines. Chicken Ngohiong is made with chicken, pork or shrimp, and vegetables, wrapped in a lumpia wrapper and fried. The dish is served with a dipping sauce made from vinegar, soy sauce, and garlic. Chicken Ngohiong is typically made with chicken, but pork or shrimp can also be used. The meat is marinated in a five-spice powder before being wrapped in a lumpia wrapper and fried. The five-spice powder is made of five Chinese spices. The five-spice powder originates from the Sichuan province in China. It's made of equal ingredients of star anise, cloves, cinnamon, fennel seeds, and Sichuan pepper. The powder is used to add flavor to Chicken Ngohiong. It can also be used as a rub for chicken or pork before cooking. For this Chicken Ngohiong recipe, it's made by marinating chicken in a special sauce, which is five spice powder or ngohiong, then fry it. The result is a crispy, flavorful chicken that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or something to impress your guests, Chicken Ngohiong is sure to please.

YIELDS 2 serving(s)
TOTAL TIME 60 minute(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 or 2 chicken breast, cut into 2 or 3 parts
  • 150g tapioca flour
  • 1 tsp ngohiong / five-spice powder
  • 4 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • Oil for frying

Complementary

  • Lettuce / tomato
  • Chili sauce
  • Mayonnaise

Steps

1

Mix ngohiong powder, soy sauce, pepper, and garlic powder in a bowl, then marinate the chicken breasts for 40 minutes in the refrigerator.

Step 1 of cooking How to Make Chicken Ngohiong at Home.
2

Take out the chicken from the refrigerator, then coat the chicken with tapioca flour.

Step 2 of cooking How to Make Chicken Ngohiong at Home.
3

Heat the oil on medium heat. When the oil is hot enough, put in the chicken and fry until golden brown.

Step 3 of cooking How to Make Chicken Ngohiong at Home.
4

Prepare tomato, chili sauce, and mayonnaise, then serve the Ngohiong Chicken along with warm rice.

Step 4 of cooking How to Make Chicken Ngohiong at Home.


Author Elfie V
Elfie V.

I find inspiration and joy in the kitchen as a passionate cooking enthusiast and culinary artist.

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