Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Easy Sesame Chicken, a quick and satisfying dish that brings the taste of your favorite takeout right to your kitchen. In just under 30 minutes, you can whip up crispy chicken pieces coated in a sweet and tangy sesame glaze that will impress both kids and adults. This versatile meal pairs perfectly with fluffy rice or colorful stir-fried vegetables, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Whether you’re looking for a comforting dinner or a delicious appetizer, this recipe delivers on flavor and ease.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch chunks
- Vegetable oil, for deep frying
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/3 cup water
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 1/2 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 cup flour
- 2 egg whites
- 1/2 cup cold seltzer water
Instructions
- Whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, cornstarch, water, sesame oil, and sesame seeds in a bowl for the sauce.
- Prepare the tempura batter by mixing cornstarch and flour with egg whites and cold seltzer water until just combined.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot to 350°F (175°C). Coat chicken pieces in tempura batter and fry in batches until golden brown (5-7 minutes). Drain excess oil.
- In a wok or skillet, heat sesame oil over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic and crushed red pepper for 30 seconds.
- Combine fried chicken with the prepared sauce in the wok and toss to coat.
- Serve immediately with rice or vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 80mg