Description
Easy Sesame Chicken is a delightful and quick dish that brings the flavors of your favorite takeout right to your kitchen in just 27 minutes. This recipe features tender, crispy chicken coated in a sweet and tangy sesame sauce that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Ideal for busy weeknights or special gatherings, Easy Sesame Chicken satisfies cravings while offering versatility in serving options. Pair it with rice, noodles, or veggies for a complete meal that’s sure to please the entire family.
Ingredients
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Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, cornstarch, water, and sesame oil for the sauce. Set aside.
- In another bowl, mix cornstarch, flour, egg whites, and cold seltzer until combined. Coat chicken pieces in this batter.
- Heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C) in a pot and fry the chicken until golden brown. Drain on a wire rack or paper towels.
- Sauté minced garlic and crushed red pepper in sesame oil over medium heat until fragrant.
- Add the prepared sauce and fried chicken to the skillet; toss quickly to coat.
- Serve immediately garnished with sesame seeds if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 17 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (around 150g)
- Calories: 332
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 760mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 80mg