Description
A flavorful and crispy sesame chicken dish with a rich sauce, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
- ¼ cup water
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon neutral oil
- Toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
- ½ cup ketchup
- ½ cup water
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce
- ½ teaspoon dark soy sauce (optional)
- 1 stalk green onion, sliced
- Oil (as needed for frying)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, mix chicken thighs with ¼ cup water, baking soda, and salt. Add eggs and mix well. Stir in cornstarch and oil.
- Heat 2-3 inches of oil in a wok or pan to 375°F.
- In a bowl, combine ketchup, water, sugar, vinegar, cornstarch, soy sauces. Set aside.
- Carefully place marinated chicken into the hot oil in batches and fry for 4-5 minutes until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
- Return fried chicken to the hot oil for a second fry for 5-6 minutes until crispy.
- In a wok, stir fry the white parts of green onion. Pour in the prepared sauce and let it bubble.
- Add the crispy chicken to the sauce, tossing to coat evenly.
- Serve hot with rice, garnished with sesame seeds and green onion greens.
Notes
Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes for best flavor. Monitor oil temperature while frying for optimal results.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: sesame chicken, easy chicken recipe, comfort food