Spicy Chicken Stir Fry

Question 1

Why is stir frying healthy?

Answer 1

1) stir fry uses very little fat so it’s won’t contribute to the risk of obesity
2) it doesn’t destroy much vitamin C because of its short cooking time

Question 2

Why should you boil potatoes?

Answer 2

To shorten the cooking time so less vitamin C is lost

Question 3

Three foods that could be used instead of chicken

Answer 3

1) pulses (chick peas)
2) steak (rump steak)
3) prawns

Question 4

What texture should the vegetables be?

Answer 4

Crisp and crunchy

Question 5

Why is stir fry good for those concerned about CHD?

Answer 5

1) it contains little fat - the fat used is unsaturated
2) vegetables contain anti-oxidant vitamins that protect coronary arteries
3) skins of vegetables are high in fibre which makes you feel full so you won’t snack

Question 6

Other than noodles what could you serve a stir fry with?

Answer 6

Rice (brown, whole grain)

Question 7

Which countries traditionally use stir frying

Answer 7

China and Japan

Question 8

What three other spices could you use with stir fry?

Answer 8

Paprika, nutmeg, cinnamon

Question 9

The pan you stir fry with

Answer 9

Wok