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Crispy Sesame Chicken

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A homemade crispy sesame chicken recipe that delivers a perfect balance of crunchy texture and sticky-sweet flavor, ideal for quick weeknight dinners or family meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup (60g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup (30g) cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • Vegetable oil, for frying (about 2 inches deep in pan)
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) soy sauce
  • 3 tablespoons honey or brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (slurry)
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced

Instructions

  1. Cut chicken into roughly 1.5-inch pieces and pat dry with paper towels.
  2. In a large bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, salt, and black pepper.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs until smooth.
  4. Dip each chicken piece into the beaten eggs, then dredge in the flour mixture, pressing lightly to coat. Place coated pieces on a plate.
  5. Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan or wok to about 2 inches deep and heat to 350°F (175°C).
  6. Fry chicken pieces in batches for 4-5 minutes each, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F/74°C). Drain on wire rack or paper towels.
  7. While frying, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger in a small saucepan and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
  8. Stir the cornstarch slurry into the simmering sauce and cook for 1-2 minutes until thickened and glossy. Remove from heat.
  9. Place fried chicken in a large bowl, pour sauce over, and toss gently to coat evenly.
  10. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions. Serve immediately.

Notes

Dry chicken pieces thoroughly before coating to avoid sogginess. Maintain oil temperature at 350°F for best crispiness. Toss chicken in sauce just before serving to keep coating crunchy or serve sauce on the side. For gluten-free, substitute almond flour and gluten-free cornstarch; for vegetarian, use firm tofu and tamari instead of soy sauce. Oven-baking at 425°F for 20-25 minutes is a lighter alternative but less crispy.

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