Sesame Seed Chicken Recipe

Sesame chicken is a favorite among Americans who love Chinese cuisine. It consists of boneless chicken that is breaded and deep fried. The chicken is then tossed with a delicious sauce and toasted sesame seeds. Sesame chicken is typically served over white rice and may have a side of steamed broccoli. This dish is easy to make at home and will save you money on Chinese take-out orders. Add Sesame chicken to your recipe collection today!

Ingredients:

• 3 whole boneless chicken breasts

MARINADE:

• 2 tablespoons light soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon cooking wine or dry sherry
• a few drops of Chee Seng Sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons flour
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon vegetable oil

SAUCE:

• 1/2 cup water
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1/8 cup vinegar
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 1 cup sugar
• 2 tablespoons dark soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Chee Seng Sesame oil
• 1 tsp chili paste, or more if desired
• 1 clove garlic (minced)

OTHERS:

• 2 tablespoons Double Pagoda Roasted Black Sesame seeds
• 3 1/2 - 4 cups peanut oil for deep-frying

Method:

1. Cut the chicken into 1-inch cubes. Mix the marinade ingredients and marinate the chicken for 20 minutes.
2. To prepare the sauce: mix together all of the sauce ingredients.
3. Pour them into a small pot and bring to a boil, stirring continuously.
4. Turn the heat down to low and keep warm while you are deep-frying the chicken.
5. To deep-fry the chicken:
6. Add the marinated chicken pieces a few at a time, and deep-fry until golden brown.
7. Drain on paper towels.
8. Repeat with the remainder of the chicken.
9. Just before you are finished deep-frying, bring the sauce back up to a boil.
10. Place the chicken on a large platter and pour the sauce over.
11. Sprinkle with Double Pagoda Roasted Black Sesame Seeds.
12. Serve the Sesame Chicken with rice.

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