Curry Chicken Strips with Savoury Pancake & Garlic Sauce by Paul Watters

Created by Paul Watters, this dish is a perfect balance of bold spice, crisp texture and fresh, vibrant flavours. Combining golden curry-spiced chicken with a light savoury pancake, a crisp salad layer and a rich garlic sauce, it’s a restaurant-style plate that feels both indulgent and approachable — ideal for elevating a simple midweek meal.

Curry Chicken Strips

Ingredients

• 2 chicken breasts (cut into strips)
• 1 tsp curry powder
• 1 tsp Cajun spice
• ½ tsp smoked paprika
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• Salt & black pepper
• 1 egg (beaten)
• 60g flour
• 80g breadcrumbs (panko works best)
• Oil for frying

Method

Season the chicken strips with curry powder, Cajun spice, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt and black pepper.

Coat each piece in flour, dip into the beaten egg, then coat thoroughly in breadcrumbs.

Fry at 170–180°C until golden and cooked through (approximately 4–5 minutes). This can be done in a deep fryer or in a frying pan with a shallow layer of oil.

Drain on kitchen paper and keep warm.

Savoury Pancake Base

Ingredients

• 100g plain flour
• 1 egg
• 250ml milk
• Pinch of salt
• 1 tbsp melted butter

Method

Whisk all ingredients together to form a smooth batter.

Allow the batter to rest for 10 minutes.

Cook thin pancakes in a lightly oiled pan until lightly golden on both sides. Keep warm.

Fresh Salad Layer

Ingredients

• Mixed leaves (rocket, spinach, coriander)
• Julienned carrot (cut into thin strips)
• Thinly sliced red pepper
• Spring onion
• Optional: shredded cabbage

Dressing

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp honey
• Squeeze of lime

Method

Lightly toss the salad with the dressing.

Tip: Avoid overdressing — the salad should stay fresh and crisp.

Creamy Garlic Sauce

Ingredients

• 4 tbsp mayonnaise
• 2 tbsp Greek yogurt
• 2 garlic cloves (finely minced)
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• Salt & black pepper
• Splash of water (to loosen, if needed)

Method

Mix all ingredients together until smooth and pourable.

Assembly (Restaurant Style)

Place the savoury pancake flat on a plate.

Add a generous layer of dressed salad.

Stack the crispy curry chicken strips on top.

Spoon over the creamy garlic sauce, allowing it to drizzle naturally.

Finish with:

• Fresh chopped chives
• A light sprinkle of curry powder
• A light dusting of Cajun spice

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