Description
Unlock the Secret to Irresistibly Crispy Chilli Chicken
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless chicken breast, cut into thin strips
- 2 tablespoon dark soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic and ginger paste
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon white pepper
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 egg white
- 1 cup cornflour (cornstarch)
- Vegetable oil for frying
- 2 spring onions, chopped (for garnish)
- 3 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoon dark soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha
Instructions
1. In a bowl, combine the chicken strips with dark soy sauce, garlic and ginger paste, sesame oil, sugar, and white pepper. Mix well and let the chicken marinate for at least 10 minutes.
2. Add the egg white to the marinated chicken and mix until each piece is evenly coated. Then, add the cornflour and toss until the chicken is fully coated and crispy.
3. Heat vegetable oil in a wok or frying pan to 350°F. Fry the chicken pieces in batches for 1–2 minutes until lightly golden. Remove and set aside. Then, return the chicken to the hot oil and fry for an additional 2–3 minutes until the coating is crispy and golden brown. Drain the chicken on paper towels.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, lemon juice, dark soy sauce, and sriracha to create the irresistible stir-fry sauce.
5. In a clean wok or pan, heat the stir-fry sauce until it starts to bubble. Add the crispy chicken and toss to coat the pieces evenly. Sprinkle the chopped spring onions over the top for a fresh, vibrant finish.
6. Serve your Crispy Chilli Chicken hot, accompanied by steamed rice or noodles.
Notes
The key to achieving that irresistible crispiness in Crispy Chilli Chicken lies in a few important steps:
The secret is in the double-frying technique. By frying the chicken twice, you create a super crispy exterior that locks in the juicy, tender meat inside.
Maintaining a consistent frying temperature of 350°F is essential for achieving that perfect crunch.
Thoroughly coating the chicken in the cornflour mixture is vital for creating an ultra-crispy texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg