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Sesame Chicken
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Sesame Chicken

Crackling fried chicken bites blanketed in a nutty sesame glaze — the sweeter cousin of General Tso.

Sweet35 minServes 4

The method

5 steps · 35 min

  1. 01

    Batter chicken in egg then cornstarch; fry at 350°F for 4 minutes.

  2. 02

    Rest, then re-fry at 375°F for 90 seconds until deeply golden.

  3. 03

    Reduce soy, honey, vinegar, and sesame oil into a syrup.

  4. 04

    Thicken with slurry; toss chicken until glossy.

  5. 05

    Shower with toasted sesame seeds.

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