Sweet-Sour Chicken - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 1/2 c. cut up, chopped chicken
1 egg, slightly beaten
1/4 c. cornstarch
2 Tbsp. shortening
1 (13 1/2 oz.) can pineapple chunks, drained (reserve syrup)
1/2 c. vinegar
1/2 c. sugar
1 medium green pepper, cut into 1-inch squares
1/4 c. water
2 Tbsp. cornstarch
1 tsp. soy sauce
1 (16 oz.) can small carrots, drained
3 c. hot cooked rice

Preparation

Toss chicken and egg until all pieces are coated.
Sprinkle 1/4 cup cornstarch over chicken; toss until all pieces are coated. Melt shortening in medium skillet.
Add chicken pieces; cook over medium heat until brown.
Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.