Honey Garlic Crispy Chicken (China)

Ingredients

2 servings

• 250 g chicken thigh or breast
• 1 egg white
• 1 cup cornstarch
• 4 green onions, sliced diagonally
• 3 garlic cloves
• frying oil
• sesame seeds
• 1 tbsp light soy sauce
• 1 tsp garlic paste
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1/2 tsp sugar
• 1 large pinch of black pepper
• 2 tbsp light soy sauce
• 1 tsp dark soy sauce
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp honey

Steps

1. 1

   Cut the chicken into thin strips.

2. 2

   Mix the marinade ingredients and add the chicken strips.

3. 3

   Let marinate for 15 min.

4. 4

   Remove the chicken from the marinade. Break an egg white into the marinated chicken. Mix.

5. 5

   Coat each piece with cornstarch. Make sure all chicken strips are separated. Remove excess starch before frying.

6. 6

   Deep fry the chicken strips in oil for 1 to 2 min until golden and crispy.

7. 7

   Remove the pieces and transfer to paper towels to drain.

8. 8

   Mix the soy sauces, lemon juice, and honey in a bowl.

9. 9

   Heat the wok (or pan) over medium-high heat. Add a tablespoon of oil, add the garlic and stir for a few seconds.

10. 10

    Then add the sauce mixture. Let simmer for 5 seconds before adding the chicken strips and green onions. Mix well over high heat for 1 to 2 min.

11. 11

    Sprinkle the chicken pieces with sesame seeds and serve with rice.