Crispy Sesame Ginger Chicken Bites

Ingredients

- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 large egg
- Vegetable oil for deep frying
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil

Instructions

1. Prepare the Marinade: In a large mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, brown sugar, grated ginger, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes. Mix well until the sugar is dissolved.

2. Marinate the Chicken: Add the chicken pieces to the marinade, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to infuse the chicken.

3. Prepare the Coating: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and cornstarch. Set aside.

4. Coat the Chicken: Remove the chicken from the marinade. In another bowl, beat the egg and dip each piece of chicken into it, then coat thoroughly in the flour-cornstarch mixture. Ensure each piece is evenly coated for maximum crispiness.

5. Heat the Oil: In a deep fryer or a large pot, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). Make sure there is enough oil to fully submerge the chicken pieces.

6. Deep Fry the Chicken: Carefully place a few chicken pieces into the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pot. Fry each batch for about 5-6 minutes, or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Use a slotted spoon to remove the chicken and let it rest on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.

7. Add the Final Touch: After all chicken pieces are fried, heat sesame oil in a large pan over medium heat. Toss in the fried chicken pieces, stirring gently to coat them with the sesame oil for added flavor.

8. Serve: Arrange the crispy chicken bites on a serving platter. Optionally, garnish with sliced green onions or sesame seeds. Serve hot.

Preparation & Cooking Times

- Preparation Time: PT30M
30 minutes

- Cooking Time: PT15M
15 minutes

Total Time

PT45M
45 minutes

Type of Dish

Dinner

Keywords

Chicken, Sesame, Ginger, Dinner, Deep Fry, Quick Meal, Asian Cuisine, Hoisin, Crunchy, Spicy

Recipe Yield

4 servings

Calories

Total 1200 calories per batch (for the entire dish)

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