Chinese Crispy Honey Lemon Chicken
Chinese Crispy Honey Lemon Chicken is golden and crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and coated in a sweet and tangy sauce. This easy recipe is full of bright, addictive flavor and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 400 g Chicken Leg Meat, cut in bite sizes
- 1/2 cup All-purpose Flour
- 1/2 cup Cornstarch
- Vegetable Oil for frying
- some roasted Sesame Seeds
- some chopped Green Onions
Marinade
- 1 tbsp Chinese Cooking Wine
- 1 tbsp Light Soy Sauce
- 1 Egg White
Honey Lemon Sauce
- 1/3 cup Honey
- Zest of 1 Lemon
- 3 tbsp freshly squeezed Lemon Juice (1 Lemon)
Starch Water
- 2 tsp Cornstarch
- 2 tbsp Water
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix together Chicken, Chinese Cooking Wine, Light Soy Sauce, and Egg White. Set aside to marinate for 10-15 minutes.
- In a small saucepan, add in Honey, Lemon Zest, and Lemon Juice over medium heat. Bring to a simmer and cook for 1 minute. Then add in the Starch Water. Stir well until the sauce thickens up. Remove from heat and set aside.
- In another large bowl, add in All-purpose Flour and Cornstarch, mix well. Then add in the marinated Chicken. Use your hands to mix well the flour and the chicken to create an uneven coating. Shake off extra flour.
- In a wok, add in enough Vegetable Oil for the Chicken pieces to float, over medium-high heat. Add the Chicken pieces one at a time into the hot oil. Fry the Chicken in batches. Cook for 3-4 minutes until golden and cooked through. Drain on paper towel or a wire rack. Repeat the same procedure.
- While the Chicken is still warm, place them in a large bowl. Add the Honey Lemon Sauce. Toss everything well. Sprinkle over some roasted Sesame Seeds. Toss again.
- Transfer to a plate. Garnish with some chopped Green Onions. Ready to enjoy!
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Notes
- Adjust the sauce to your preferred thickness β after adding the starch water, you can cook the honey lemon sauce a little longer for a thicker consistency or keep it lighter if you prefer. Keep in mind that the sauce will continue to thicken slightly as it cools.
- Use fresh lemon juice and zest β for the best flavor, always use fresh lemon instead of bottled juice. It makes a big difference in creating that bright, vibrant taste.
- Fry the chicken in batches β avoid overcrowding the pan, as this helps maintain the oil temperature and ensures the chicken turns out evenly crispy.
- Watch the color while fryingΒ β keep a close eye on the chicken as it cooks and look for a golden brown color. This helps you achieve the perfect crisp without overcooking or burning.
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