Sweet and Spicy Sesame Chicken

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Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons soy sauce

• 1 tablespoon dry sherry

• 1 dash sesame oil

• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

• 2 tablespoons cornstarch

• 2 tablespoons water

• ¼ teaspoon baking powder

• ¼ teaspoon baking soda

• 1 teaspoon canola oil

• 4 (5 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into 1-inch cubes

• 1 quart vegetable oil for frying

• ½ cup water

• 1 cup chicken broth

• ¼ cup distilled white vinegar

• ¼ cup cornstarch

• 1 cup white sugar

• 2 tablespoons soy sauce

• 2 tablespoons sesame oil

• 1 teaspoon red chile paste (such as Thai Kitchen®)

• 1 clove garlic, minced

• 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds

1. Combine 2 tablespoons soy sauce, dry sherry, a dash of sesame oil, flour, 2 tablespoons cornstarch, 2 tablespoons water, baking powder, baking soda, and canola oil in a large bowl. Mix well; stir in chicken. Cover and refrigerate for 20 minutes.

2. Heat oil in a deep fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

3. Combine 1/2 cup water, chicken broth, vinegar, 1/4 cup cornstarch, sugar, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 2 tablespoons sesame oil, red chili paste, and garlic in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, constantly stirring. Turn heat to low and keep warm, occasionally stirring.

4. Fry marinated chicken in batches until cooked through and golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Drain on paper towels.

5. Transfer chicken to a large platter, top with sauce, and sprinkle chicken with sesame seeds.

Tips

Tamari can be used in place of soy sauce if you desire.

For a sweeter sauce, use 2 tablespoons of vinegar. If you like it tangy, use up to 3/4 cup!

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

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