4.8 from 27 votes
Calamansi Chicken
Enjoy a classic Chinese restaurant favorite with a Pinoy twist! This calamansi chicken with juicy chicken in a sweet and tangy sauce is sure to be a dinner hit! Perfect with steamed rice!
Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 337 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
Asian
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons light soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Chinese cooking wine
- 2 egg whites
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- canola oil
- Sesame seeds, toasted
- green onions, chopped
For the Calamansi Sauce
- ½ cup calamansi juice
- 2 tablespoons light soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Chinese cooking wine
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, peeled and finely minced
- 1 thumb-size ginger, peeled and finely grated
- ½ teaspoon red chili flakes
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- ¼ cup water
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine chicken, soy sauce, and Chinese cooking wine. Marinate in the refrigerator for about 20 to 30 minutes. Drain chicken, discarding liquid.
- In a bowl, combine egg whites and cornstarch. Whisk together until well-blended and frothy. Add chicken and mix to fully coat.
- In a thick-bottomed, deep pan over medium heat, heat oil. Add chicken pieces and stir to prevent them from lumping together. Deep-fry for about 5 to 6 minutes or until golden.
- With a slotted spoon, remove from heat and drain on a wire rack.
- In a pan, heat about 1 tablespoon oil. Add garlic and ginger and cook until softened.
- In a bowl, combine calamansi juice, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon Chinese cooking wine, sesame oil, brown sugar, and red chili flakes.
- Add the sauce mixture to the pan and cook, stirring regularly, until sugar is dissolved.
- In a bowl, combine cornstarch and water and stir until smooth. Slowly add to calamansi sauce, whisking vigorously to prevent lumps. Continue to cook for about 1 to 2 minutes or until thickened.
- Add fried chicken pieces and toss to coat with the sauce fully.
- Place on a serving platter and garnish with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve hot.
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Notes
- Fresh calamansi juice is a crucial ingredient in this dish. Use freshly squeezed juice for the best flavor.
- Cut the chicken in uniform sizes to ensure even cooking.
- Throw any remaining marinade away that has been in contact with the raw chicken for food safety reasons.
Nutrition Information
Calories
337kcal
(17%)
Carbohydrates
21g
(7%)
Protein
28g
(56%)
Fat
15g
(23%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
4g
Monounsaturated Fat
8g
Trans Fat
0.1g
Cholesterol
73mg
(24%)
Sodium
1172mg
(49%)
Potassium
545mg
(16%)
Fiber
0.4g
(2%)
Sugar
15g
(30%)
Vitamin A
110IU
(2%)
Vitamin C
14mg
(16%)
Calcium
28mg
(3%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 337
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 337kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 21g | 7% |
| Protein | 28g | 56% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 73mg | 24% |
| Sodium | 1172mg | 49% |
| Potassium | 545mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 0.4g | 2% |
| Sugar | 15g | 30% |
| Vitamin A | 110IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 14mg | 16% |
| Calcium | 28mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.