Description
Experience the delightful flavors of Easy Sesame Chicken, a dish that brings your favorite takeout straight to your kitchen in under 30 minutes. This quick and satisfying recipe features crispy chicken pieces coated in a sweet and tangy sesame sauce that’s sure to impress your family and friends. Ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, Easy Sesame Chicken pairs perfectly with rice, noodles, or steamed vegetables, making it a versatile meal option that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 1/2 cup cornstarch (for batter)
- 1/2 cup flour (for batter)
- 2 egg whites
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, cornstarch, water, and sesame oil until smooth.
- In another bowl, combine cornstarch, flour, egg whites, and cold seltzer water to make the tempura batter. Coat chicken pieces evenly in the batter.
- Heat vegetable oil in a pot to 350°F (175°C). Fry battered chicken in batches until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
- In a large skillet, heat sesame oil and sauté minced garlic and crushed red pepper for about 30 seconds. Add the prepared sauce, then toss in fried chicken until well-coated.
- Serve immediately with garnishes like green onions or extra sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg