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Crispy, golden chicken pieces tossed in a sweet, sticky sesame glaze. A Chinese takeout classic made easily at home.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cubed

  • 1 egg

  • 1/2 cup cornstarch

  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • 2 cups vegetable oil (for frying)

  • 2 tbsp soy sauce (for marinade)

  • 1 tsp minced garlic

  • 1 tsp minced ginger

Sauce:

  • 1/4 cup soy sauce

  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar

  • 3 tbsp brown sugar or honey

  • 1 tsp sesame oil

  • 1 tsp cornstarch

  • 1/4 cup water

  • 1 garlic clove, minced

  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, minced

To Finish:

  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds

  • 2 scallions, thinly sliced

Instructions

  • Marinate chicken with soy sauce, garlic, ginger for 15 minutes.

  • Mix cornstarch, flour, salt, and pepper in a bowl.

  • Dip marinated chicken in egg, then coat in the flour mix.

  • Heat oil to 350°F. Fry chicken in batches until golden and cooked through.

  • Whisk all sauce ingredients in a bowl.

  • In a pan, heat sauce until thickened.

  • Toss fried chicken in the sauce.

  • Garnish with sesame seeds and scallions. Serve hot.

Find it online: https://themomfood.com/chinese-takeout-sesame-chicken-crispy-sticky-and-better-than-delivery/