Copy-cat Wagamama Firecracker

I’ll guide you through the steps to recreate this beloved Wagamama favorite right in your own kitchen. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, you’ll be amazed at how effortlessly you can capture the essence of this iconic dish.

Firecracker Chicken with rice

From the savory chicken to the spicy sauce and crunchy vegetables, every element comes together to create a quick and easy dish that will leave you craving more.

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Prep Time15 minutes mins

Cook Time20 minutes mins

Ingredients

  

For the sauce

• 2 cloves garlic finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon chili flakes
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 3 tablespoons ketchup
• 2 tablespoons light soy sauce adjust to taste
• 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
• 1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 tablespoon chili oil

Other

• 2 chicken breasts thinly sliced
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika powder
• 2 tablespoons sesame
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 1 onion cut into large chunks
• 1 bell pepper sliced
• 2 spring onions sliced
• 1 cup bean sprouts
• Mixed chilies sliced (adjust quantity based on preferred spice level)
• 1 cup prawns deveined

Instructions

 

• Mix all the sauce ingredients together and set aside.
• Season the chicken breast slices with black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika powder. Cook the chicken halfway in sesame oil until golden brown. Remove from the pan and set aside.
• In the same pan Stir-fry the onion, bell pepper, spring onions, bean sprouts, and mixed chilies on high heat for a few minutes. Add in the sauce mixture we made earlier. Stir everything together until well combined.
• Serve the stir-fry over a bed of steamed rice, and you’re done!

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Notes

1. Prep Ingredients in Advance: Chop all your vegetables, slice the chicken, and devein the prawns before you start cooking to streamline the process.
2. Control the Heat: Use high heat for stir-frying to achieve a nice sear on the chicken and vegetables. Be mindful not to overcrowd the pan, which can lead to steaming instead of frying.
3. Cook Chicken to Perfection: Half-cooking the chicken before adding it back into the stir-fry ensures it remains tender and juicy without overcooking during the final stir-fry.
4. Add Vegetables in Order: Start with firmer vegetables like onions and bell peppers, followed by softer vegetables like bean sprouts and spring onions. This helps maintain texture and prevent overcooking.