BEST STICKY AND CRISPY ORANGE CHICKEN

Ingredients

Crispy Chicken

• 2 large chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground pepper
• 1/2 cup cornstarch
• 1 1/2 cups flour
• 1 egg
• 1 tablespoons oil
• 1 ¼ cups water
• 3-4 cups oil , for frying depending on the size of your pan
• Orange Sauce
• ¼ cup orange juice
• 1 teaspoon orange zest
• 2 tablespoon soy sauce
• ¼ cups rice vinegar, or white vinegar
• ½ cup brown sugar
• 2 teaspoon garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1 tablespoon oil

Instructions

1. Cut chicken thighs or chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes.
2. In a medium-large bowl, mix together cornstarch, flour and salt & pepper.
3. Add the egg, oil and water. Whisk until smooth.
4. Add the chicken cubes to the mixture and marinate for 30-60 minutes in the fridge.
5. In a medium-large saucepan, heat the oil to 350˚F (177˚C).
6. Add the marinated chicken cubes in batches and deep fry them for 3-5 minutes until golden brown.
7. Remove to a paper towel-lined plate and cover with foil to keep warm.
8. In a small bowl, mix together orange juice, soy sauce, vinegar, brown sugar and orange zest.
9. Heat a skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add oil. Then add garlic and stir-fry for a few seconds until fragrant.
10. Add in the sauce mixture and stir to combine.
11. Mix the cornstarch and water in a separate bowl, and then add the mixture (slurry) to the pan to thicken the sauce. Stir until mixture is smooth and thick, about 5 minutes.
12. Add back the fried chicken and toss to coat completely!
13. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve and enjoy!

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