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Honey Sesame Chicken

Crispy Honey Sesame Chicken: Your New Takeout Favorite

Discover the delightful flavors of homemade Honey Sesame Chicken, a quick and easy dish that will impress everyone.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Breast/Thighs Cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 teaspoon Chicken Bouillon Powder Enhances flavor
  • 1 teaspoon White Pepper Substitute with black pepper if desired
For the Batter
  • 2 large Eggs Bind the batter
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 1/2 cup Cornstarch Key for crunchy coating
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Helps batter rise
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Boosts flavor
  • 2 cups Vegetable Oil For frying
For the Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Light Soy Sauce Opt for low-sodium if desired
  • 2 tablespoons Oyster Sauce Can be omitted for vegetarian
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Alternatives like apple cider vinegar can be used
  • 2 tablespoons Ketchup Adds sweetness and tang
  • 1/3 cup Honey Main source of sweetness
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar Deepens sweet flavor
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced, can substitute with garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil Gives nutty flavor
For Thickening
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Slurry Mix with water before adding
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions Sliced
  • 2 tablespoons Toasted Sesame Seeds For garnish

Equipment

  • Wok
  • Mixing Bowls
  • slotted spoon
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Marinate Chicken: Combine chicken pieces with chicken bouillon powder, white pepper, and enough water to cover. Marinate for at least 10 minutes.
  2. Prepare Sauce: Mix light soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, ketchup, honey, brown sugar, and water in a separate bowl.
  3. Make Batter: Whisk together eggs, all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and a little water until smooth. Coat marinated chicken with this batter.
  4. Fry Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a wok until 365°F. Drop battered chicken in batches, fry for about 3 minutes until golden brown, then drain on a wire rack.
  5. Double Fry: Increase oil temperature to 375°F and fry chicken again in batches for 2 more minutes for extra crispiness.
  6. Cook Sauce: In the same wok, sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds, then add prepared sauce. Simmer and add cornstarch slurry to thicken.
  7. Combine & Serve: Toss fried chicken in sauce until coated. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftover Honey Sesame Chicken in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the fridge. Freeze separately for up to 3 months. Reheat in air fryer or oven for crispiness.

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