Chinese
Chinese - Shandong Lu Cuisine
Crispy Sesame Chicken
Chef's Menu Description
A distinguished culinary classic crafted with authentic techniques and finest ingredients, offering rich depth of flavour and elegant presentation.
Ingredients
- • 500g boneless chicken thigh
- • 3 slices ginger
- • 2 tbsp Shaoxing wine
- • 1 tbsp light soy sauce
- • 1 egg white
- • 100g cornflour
- • 60g toasted sesame seeds
- • 1 tsp salt
- • 500ml oil for frying
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and marinate with ginger, wine, soy sauce, and salt for 15 minutes.
2
Phase 2
Toss the chicken in egg white and cornflour until well coated.
3
Phase 3
Press the coated pieces into toasted sesame seeds to form an even crust.
4
Phase 4
Deep-fry at 170°C for 4 minutes until golden and cooked through.
5
Phase 5
Lift out and drain on kitchen roll.
6
Phase 6
Serve the crisp sesame chicken hot with a soy-vinegar dip.