Description

A delicious and crispy Honey Sesame Chicken recipe featuring tender chicken pieces double-fried to perfection and coated in a sweet and savory honey sesame sauce. This dish offers a perfect balance of flavors with a crunchy texture, garnished with toasted sesame seeds and green onions, making it ideal for a comforting homemade meal.

Ingredients

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Chicken Marinade

1 1/2 lb chicken breast or thighs cut into 1 inch pieces
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon powder
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1 tablespoon water

Batter

2 large eggs
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cornstarch
2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup water
2 teaspoon vegetable oil

Sauce

3 tablespoon light soy sauce
1 tablespoon oyster sauce
2 tablespoon rice vinegar
2 tablespoon ketchup
1/4 cup honey
3 tablespoon brown sugar
3 tablespoon water
4 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon sesame oil

Cornstarch Slurry

2 teaspoon corn starch
3 tablespoon water

Garnish

Green onion sliced
Toasted sesame seeds

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Instructions

Marinate the chicken: Place the 1 inch cut pieces of chicken into a bowl with chicken bouillon powder, white pepper, and water. Mix thoroughly until combined and let it marinate for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.
Mix the sauce: In a small bowl, combine light soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, ketchup, honey, brown sugar, and water. Stir well until the sauce ingredients are fully blended. Set aside for later use.
Make the batter: In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, water, and vegetable oil until smooth. Pour this batter over the marinated chicken and mix well to coat each piece evenly.
Fry the chicken: Heat 2-3 inches of vegetable oil in a wok or heavy-bottomed pot to 365°F over medium-high heat. Carefully place battered chicken pieces individually into the hot oil, working in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for about 3 minutes until the chicken is cooked but not yet golden. Remove with a spider strainer and place on a wire rack to drain excess oil.
Double fry the chicken: Increase the oil temperature to 375°F. Fry the chicken again in batches for 2 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Remove from oil and let drain on a wire rack. This double-frying method ensures a crunchy exterior while keeping the chicken juicy on the inside.
Cook the honey sesame sauce: Into a clean wok, add 1 teaspoon vegetable oil and heat over medium heat. Sauté the minced garlic for 30 seconds or until fragrant. Pour in the prepared sauce mix and bring to a simmer while stirring continuously for 2 minutes. Stir the cornstarch slurry and add it gradually to the sauce. Continue stirring until the sauce thickens, about 1 minute. Turn off heat and stir in the sesame oil for a fragrant finish.
Combine and serve: Toss the crispy fried chicken pieces in the thickened honey sesame sauce until evenly coated. Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds. Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.

Notes

For best results, use a thermometer to monitor oil temperature for frying.
Double frying ensures extra crispiness and should not be skipped.
You can substitute chicken thighs for more tender and juicy meat.
Adjust the honey and brown sugar in the sauce to fit your preferred sweetness level.
Serve with steamed rice or vegetables for a complete meal.
Make sure to drain the fried chicken well to avoid sogginess in the sauce.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1 cup)
Calories: 420
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 720mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 13g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 110mg