Crispy Sesame Chicken
Golden, crunchy chicken pieces coated in sesame seeds and tossed in a sweet-savory sauce. This Crispy Sesame Chicken is perfect for dinner with rice or noodles.
Equipment
- Skillet or Wok
- Mixing Bowls
- Tongs
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup cornstarch
- 1 egg beaten
- ½ cup flour
- ½ cup sesame seeds
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp garlic minced
- 1 tbsp ginger minced
- oil for frying
Instructions
- Set up bowls for cornstarch, egg, flour, and sesame seeds.
- Coat chicken pieces in cornstarch, dip in egg, then coat with flour and sesame seeds.
- Heat oil in a skillet or wok to about 350°F (175°C).
- Fry chicken in small batches, 5–7 minutes per side, until golden and crispy.
- Mix soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger in a bowl to make sauce.
- Toss fried chicken in sauce until well coated.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra sesame seeds or green onions.
Notes
Best served immediately for maximum crispiness. Pair with steamed rice, fried rice, or stir-fried veggies. For a vegetarian option, replace chicken with tofu.