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best sesame chicken recipe

Want that crispy, sweet, and savory takeout taste without leaving home? The best sesame chicken recipe is here to change your cooking game. Imagine making a dish as good as your favorite takeout spot right in your kitchen.
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Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs boneless chicken thighs
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • 1/4 cup sesame seeds
  • Sauce ingredients:
  • 1/3 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 2 cloves minced garlic

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Sharp chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Deep skillet or wok
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Whisk
  • Tongs

Method
 

  1. Cut chicken into 1-inch cubes
  2. Dip chicken pieces in beaten eggs
  3. Coat chicken with cornstarch
  4. Heat oil in skillet to 375°F
  5. Fry chicken until golden brown
  6. Prepare sauce by whisking ingredients
  7. Coat fried chicken in sauce
  8. Sprinkle with sesame seeds