sis’ better than take-out sesame chicken
My sister's recipe and she made it for us tonight. Turned out so good, I just had to share it here. She has been visiting for a few days but tomorrow she goes back home. It's really easy to make, so don't be put-off by the long list of ingredients.
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yield
4 serving(s)
prep time
30 Min
cook time
20 Min
method
Deep Fry
Ingredients For sis’ better than take-out sesame chicken
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2 tbsp. soy sauce
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1 tbsp. dry sherry
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1 tsp. sesame oil
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1 tsp. vegetable oil
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2 tbsp. all-purpose flour
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2 tbsp. cornstarch
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¼ tsp. baking powder
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¼ tsp. baking soda
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2 tbsp. water
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4 boneless- skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
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4 cups vegetable oil for frying
- SAUCE
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½ cup water
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1 cup chicken broth
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¼ cup rice vinegar
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2 tbsp. soy sauce
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2 tbsp. sesame oil
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1 tsp. teaspoon red chile paste
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1 clove garlic, grated or finely minced
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¼ cup cornstarch
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1 cup white sugar
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2 tbsp. toasted sesame seeds, garnish
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chopped green onion or chives, garnish (optional)
How To Make sis’ better than take-out sesame chicken
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1Combine first nine ingredients together in mixing bowl. Mix well; stir in the chicken cubes. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.
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2Meanwhile make the sauce. Mix sauce ingredients in a small/medium saucepan and bring to a boil; whisking constantly. Remove from heat but keep warm, stirring occasionally.
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3Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375º F.
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4Remove a few pieces of chicken and allow excess batter to drip away. Fry in batches until cooked through and golden brown, (about 4-5mins.). Drain on paper towel and keep warm while you continue to fry the remaining chicken pieces.
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5Transfer the chicken to a large platter, top with sauce, and sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped green onion, if using. Serve with steamed asparagus, green beans or carrot sticks and white rice.
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