Orange Chicken
Description
Golden, crispy orange chicken glazed in a sweet and savory sauce, garnished with a sprinkle of sesame seeds for a delightful finish.
Ingredients
For the sauce:
Instructions
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Step 1: Prep the chicken:
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Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Toss in cornstarch (and flour if using) until evenly coated.
Step 2: Fry the chicken:
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Heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat (enough to shallow fry). Fry chicken pieces until golden and crispy, about 4–5 minutes per side depending on size. Drain on paper towels.
Step 3: Make the sauce:
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In a separate pan, sauté garlic (and ginger if using) for 30 seconds. Add orange juice, orange zest, lemon juice, soy sauce, and sugar/honey. Bring to a simmer, then stir in the cornstarch slurry. Cook until sauce thickens, about 1–2 minutes.
Step 4: Combine:
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Toss the fried chicken in the sauce until fully coated. MAke sure that the chicken is properly coated in the sauce.
Step 5: Serve
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Serve immediately over rice or noodles. Optional: garnish with extra orange zest, sesame seeds, or chopped green onions.
Note
Tips:
If you want your chicken to be extra crispy: Don’t overcrowd the pan while frying. Fry in batches if needed. For an extra crunch, double-coat: dip chicken in cornstarch, then a tiny splash of water or egg, then cornstarch again.
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