Sesame Chicken


Recipe

Never tried this one.

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp dry sherry
  • a dash of sesame oil
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp water
  • 1/4 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • tsp canola oil
  • 4 (5 oz) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves cut into 1 inch cubes
  • 1 quart vegetable oil for frying
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup distilled white vinegar
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 2 tbsp sesame oil
  • tsp red chile paste
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds

Steps

  • Combine the 2 tablespoons soy sauce, the dry sherry, dash of sesame oil, flour, 2 tablespoons cornstarch, 2 tablespoons water, baking powder, baking soda, and canola oil in a large bowl. Mix well; stir in the chicken. Cover and refrigerate for 20 minutes.
  • Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Combine the 1/2 cup water, chicken broth, vinegar, 1/4 cup cornstarch, sugar, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 2 tablespoons sesame oil, red chili paste, and garlic in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Turn heat to low and keep warm, stirring occasionally.
  • Fry the marinated chicken in batches until cooked through and golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
  • Transfer the chicken to a large platter, top with sauce, and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

(https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/61071/addictive-sesame-chicken/)