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Chicken Stir-Fry with Mocha Macarons

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A deliciously odd pairing of chicken stir-fry and mocha macarons—perfect for those who love fusion cuisine and aren’t afraid to experiment.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • For the Chicken Stir-Fry:
  • Chicken breast – 2 sliced into strips
  • Bell peppers – 2 sliced
  • Carrots – 1 sliced thin
  • Green beans – 1 cup trimmed
  • Soy sauce – 3 tbsp
  • Sesame oil – 2 tbsp
  • Garlic – 2 cloves minced
  • Ginger – 1 tsp grated
  • Cornstarch – 1 tsp for thickening
  • Rice vinegar – 1 tbsp
  • For the Mocha Macarons:
  • Egg whites – 3
  • Powdered sugar – 1 cup
  • Almond flour – 1 cup
  • Cocoa powder – 2 tbsp
  • Granulated sugar – ½ cup
  • Espresso powder – 1 tbsp
  • Butter – ½ cup softened
  • Heavy cream – 3 tbsp

Instructions
 

  • For the Chicken Stir-Fry:
  • Heat sesame oil in a wok or frying pan.
  • Add chicken strips and cook until golden brown.
  • Toss in bell peppers, carrots, and green beans, stir-fry for 5-7 minutes.
  • Stir in soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger.
  • Mix cornstarch with a splash of water and add to the stir-fry to thicken the sauce.
  • Stir until everything is coated and glossy.
  • For the Mocha Macarons:
  • Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
  • Whisk egg whites to soft peaks, gradually adding granulated sugar.
  • Fold in powdered sugar, almond flour, cocoa powder, and espresso powder.
  • Pipe small circles onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  • Let macarons sit for 15-20 minutes to form a skin.
  • Bake for 15 minutes, then let cool.
  • For the filling, mix butter, heavy cream, and a bit of espresso powder.
  • Pipe the filling between two macaron shells.

Notes

Nutritional Values (Per Serving)

Calories: 450
Total Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 30g

Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)

  • Vitamin A – 15%
  • Vitamin C – 25%
  • Calcium – 10%
  • Iron – 15%
  • Magnesium – 8%

Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor for the Recipe

  • Add a sprinkle of sesame seeds to the stir-fry for an extra crunch.
  • Use decaf espresso powder for a less intense coffee flavor in the macarons.
  • If you don’t have time for homemade macarons, store-bought ones will do—no one’s judging (well, maybe a little).
  • To really kick it up a notch, drizzle a bit of chocolate sauce over the macarons before serving.