Ingredients
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- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp sesame seeds (optional)
- 1 green onion, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Coat chicken pieces in cornstarch, then dip in beaten eggs.
- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry chicken until golden and crispy, about 4-5 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
- In the same pan, sauté garlic until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Add honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and black pepper. Stir until sauce thickens slightly.
- Toss fried chicken in the sauce until fully coated.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and green onion if desired. Serve hot.
Notes
- Use boneless, skinless chicken thighs for best texture.
- Double the sauce if you prefer more coating.
- Serve with steamed rice or vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
- Diet: Low Lactose
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 155mg