Sesame Chicken
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
296 kcal
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Course
Dinner
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Cuisine
Chinese-American Fussion
Sesame Chicken
Description
In this Sesame Chicken recipe, chicken thigh pieces are dredged in a mixture of egg, cornstarch, salt, and white pepper that creates a thin, crisp coating upon frying in high-heat neutral oil. Cooking in batches prevents overcrowding, ensuring even browning and tenderness inside.
The sesame sauce is prepared simultaneously by gently heating a blend of low-sodium soy sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, rice vinegar, fresh ginger, and garlic. A cornstarch slurry thickens the sauce to a glossy finish that clings well to the chicken pieces. Toasted sesame seeds are stirred in for nuttiness and texture.
The finished chicken is combined with the sauce and served over freshly cooked white rice. Thinly sliced green onions add freshness and bright flavor. This dish delivers a balance of crunchy chicken with a sweet-savory sauce highlighted by sesame and ginger notes.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup neutral oil like grapeseed or vegetable oil, flavorless, high-heat
- 8 boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite sized pieces
- 2 egg large
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 2 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp white pepper
Sesame Sauce:
- 1/2 cup soy sauce low-sodium
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 3 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 1/2 inch ginger grated, fresh
- 2 cloves garlic pressed or grated
- 2 tbsp sesame seeds
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp water
- 4 cups white rice cooked
- 2 green onions sliced into thin rings
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet or wok with the flavorless oil over medium-high heat.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the egg, cornstarch, and salt and pepper. Toss the chicken in the egg and cornstarch mixture until each piece is well coated.
- When the oil is hot add the coated chicken in batches, making sure not to over crowd the pan. Cook the chicken until they are golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Place the chicken onto a paper towel lined plate to drain and repeat step until all chicken is cooked.
- While the chicken is cooking, prepare the sesame sauce. In a small saucepan on medium heat, stir together the soy sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, rice vinegar, fresh ginger, and minced garlic. Once the sauce is steaming, stir cornstarch and water in a small bowl to create a slurry, then whisk the slurry into the sauce. Cook until sauce thickens, about 3-5 minutes.
- Once the chicken is cooked through and golden brown, place into a large bowl and pour the sauce over top. Toss the chicken to coat in the sauce.
- Serve the chicken with rice and sprinkle sliced green onions over top.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 296 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 296kcal | 15% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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