Easy Chinese Sesame Chicken Recipe
Savor the flavors of this tasty Chinese Sesame Chicken recipe! Juicy chicken pieces are coated in a crispy batter and tossed in a rich, sweet, and savory sauce. With flavors of soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and topped with toasted sesame seeds, each bite is a burst of deliciousness. Serve it with rice or noodles for a meal everyone will enjoy.
Ingredients
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 Tbsp. water
1 Tbsp. oil, butter or margarine
3 Tbsp. brown sugar
1 Tbsp. rice vinegar
1 tsp. fresh ginger, grated
2 cloves garlic, minced or 2 tsp. minced garlic
1 Tbsp. sesame seeds
1/2 Tbsp. cornstarch
2 lbs. Chinese chicken base (Recipe above)
Instructions
- Add all of the ingredients except the chicken base to a medium saucepan.
- Stir to mix.
- Cook for 5 minutes, until the mixture begins to thicken.
- Pour over the Chinese chicken.
- If desired, sprinkle sesame seeds over the top.
Notes
If you like, you can try adding any of the following on to of the sesame chicken as a garnish:
- Toasted Sesame Seeds: Adds a nutty flavor and extra crunch.
- Chopped Green Onions: Provides a fresh, mild onion flavor and a pop of color.
- Cilantro: Adds a burst of color and a fresh, herbal note.
- Sliced Red Chili or Chili Flakes: For a touch of heat and color.
- Crushed Peanuts: Adds a crunchy texture and nutty flavor.
We normally serve Sesame Chicken with only sesame seeds and green onions as a garnish, but if you would like to add vegetables, here sre some that work well with Sesame Chicken:
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- Broccoli florets add a hearty texture and absorb the sweet and sour sauce well.
- Bell pepper slices – Red, green, yellow, or orange bell peppers add color and a sweet, crunchy texture.
- White or red onions provide a slightly sweet and sharp flavor.
- Sliced or julienned carrots add a crunchy texture and mild sweetness.
- Snow peas or snap peas
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