Crispy Sesame Chicken (Print Version)
Crispy fried chicken pieces coated in a sticky-sweet sesame sauce, garnished with sesame seeds and green onions.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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450g chicken, cut into bite-sized pieces
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1.5 tbsp sesame oil
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2 tsp sesame seeds
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1 green onion, chopped
→ Batter
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120g cornstarch
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2 tbsp flour
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1 tbsp soy sauce
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1 egg white
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1/4 tsp white pepper
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80ml water
→ Sesame Sauce
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3 tbsp honey
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2 tbsp soy sauce
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1.5 tbsp ketchup
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1.5 tbsp brown sugar
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1 tbsp rice vinegar
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1 tbsp shaoxing wine
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1 clove garlic, grated
# Steps to Follow:
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Combine all batter ingredients in a bowl until smooth with a paint-like consistency. Add more water if too thick.
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Add chicken pieces to the batter and gently mix until all pieces are well coated.
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Deep fry the coated chicken at 165-170°C for 5-7 minutes, until fully cooked through and golden.
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Increase oil temperature to 190°C and fry chicken a second time for 30-60 seconds until golden brown and crispy. Set aside on a wire rack.
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Mix all sesame sauce ingredients in a bowl until smooth.
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Pour sauce into a large pan or wok and bring to a boil for 1-2 minutes until slightly thickened.
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Add fried chicken, sesame oil, and sesame seeds to the thickened sauce. Gently toss until chicken is fully coated.
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Top with chopped green onions and serve with rice and fresh vegetables.
# Additional Notes:
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The alcohol in shaoxing wine cooks off during stir-frying and sauce reduction. This ingredient can be omitted if preferred.
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Adjust sweetness to taste by varying the amounts of honey and brown sugar before combining with chicken.