Chinese

Sesame Chicken

Name: Sesame Chicken
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 3 servings
Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients: 1 lb Boneless, skinless chicken thighs (cut into 1-inch chunks); 1/2 cup Cornstarch (for dredging); 3 tbsp Soy sauce; 3 tbsp Brown sugar; 2 tbsp White vinegar; 1 tbsp Sesame oil; 2 tbsp Toasted white sesame seeds; 1 tsp Cornstarch (mixed with 1 tbsp water for the slurry)

Similar to General Tso's, but sweeter and coated heavily in toasted sesame seeds.

40 minutes

Serves 3

Dinner

Contains common allergens

Sesame Soy Wheat

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Instructions

6 steps

1
Dredge the Chicken: Toss the chicken chunks in 1/2 cup cornstarch with a pinch of salt until heavily coated. Shake off the excess.

2
Fry the Chicken: Heat oil in a wok to 375°F (190°C). Deep-fry the chicken in batches for 5-6 minutes until ultra-crispy and golden brown. Drain on a wire rack.
3
Make the Sauce Base: In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar, white vinegar, and sesame oil.
4
Thicken the Sauce: Drain the oil from the wok. Pour in the sauce mixture and bring to a simmer. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook for 1 minute until the sauce is thick, dark, and syrupy.
5
Glaze the Chicken: Toss the crispy chicken back into the wok. Stir rapidly for 30 seconds to ensure every piece is perfectly coated in the sticky glaze.
6
Add Sesame Seeds: Turn off the heat. Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds generously over the chicken and give it one final toss to distribute evenly before serving.

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