Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need to create this delicious Sesame Chicken. Feel free to adapt the ingredients to suit your pantry or dietary preferences:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil for frying
- 1/3 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
- 2 green onions, sliced
- Optional: 1 tablespoon Sriracha for a spicy kick
If you’re missing an ingredient, don’t worry! Swap chicken thighs for breast if preferred, or use tamari instead of soy sauce for a gluten-free version. The beauty of home cooking lies in its flexibility.
Instructions
- Begin by preparing your chicken. In a bowl, combine the cornstarch, flour, salt, and pepper. Coat the chicken pieces in the mixture, then dip them into the beaten eggs.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken pieces in batches, frying until golden and crispy, about 5 minutes per batch. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- In a separate saucepan, combine the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
- Add the crispy chicken pieces to the sauce, tossing to coat evenly. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and cling to the chicken.
- Sprinkle the sesame seeds over the chicken and garnish with sliced green onions. For a spicy version, stir in Sriracha to taste.
The key to this dish is patience during frying and allowing the sauce to reach just the right consistency. Remember, cooking is an art, and your kitchen is the canvas!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International