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Spicy Sesame Chicken: A Flavor Explosion!

Recipe Details

Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Additional Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
50 mins
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 2tablespoonssoy sauce

  • 1tablespoondry sherry

  • 1dashsesame oil

  • 2tablespoonsall-purpose flour

  • 2tablespoonscornstarch

  • 2tablespoonswater

  • ¼teaspoonbaking powder

  • ¼teaspoonbaking soda

  • 1teaspooncanola oil

  • 4(5 ounce)skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into 1-inch cubes

  • 1quartvegetable oil for frying

  • ½cupwater

  • 1cupchicken broth

  • ¼cupdistilled white vinegar

  • ¼cupcornstarch

  • 1cupwhite sugar

  • 2tablespoonssoy sauce

  • 2tablespoonssesame oil

  • 1teaspoonred chile paste (such as Thai Kitchen®)

  • 1clovegarlic, minced

  • 2tablespoonstoasted sesame seeds

Cooking Directions

  1. Combine 2 tablespoons soy sauce, dry sherry, a 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 chicken. Cover and refrigerate for 20 minutes.

  2. Heat oil in a deep fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

  3. Combine 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, constantly stirring. Turn heat to low and keep warm, occasionally stirring.

  4. Fry marinated chicken in batches until cooked through and golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Drain on paper towels.

  5. Transfer chicken to a large platter, top with sauce, and sprinkle chicken with sesame seeds.

Tips

Tamari can be used in place of soy sauce if you desire.

For a sweeter sauce, use 2 tablespoons of vinegar. If you like it tangy, use up to 3/4 cup!

Nutrition Facts

Full Nutrition Label
Servings Per Recipe4
Calories745
% Daily Value *
Total Fat
37g 		48%
Saturated Fat
5g 		27%
Cholesterol
88mg 		29%
Sodium
1405mg 		61%
Total Carbohydrate
69g 		25%
Dietary Fiber
1g 		3%
Total Sugars
51g
Protein
34g 		69%
Vitamin C
0mg 		0%
Calcium
79mg 		6%
Iron
2mg 		13%
Potassium
329mg 		7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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