Description
A delightful dish featuring crispy fried chicken coated in sweet and spicy Thai sweet chili sauce, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz. skinless boneless chicken breast or thigh, cut into small pieces
- Oil (for deep-frying)
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tablespoons Thai sweet chili sauce
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
- 1 pinch salt
- 1/2 teaspoon white sesame
- 1/2 tablespoon chopped cilantro leaves
- 1 egg white
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup ice-cold water
- 1 tablespoon cooking oil
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Batter: In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Slowly add the ice-cold water while whisking until you achieve a smooth batter that coats the back of a spoon. Integrate the egg white until the mixture is well combined.
- Marinate the Chicken: Add your chicken pieces to the batter, ensuring they are fully coated. Allow them to marinate for about 15-20 minutes.
- Heat the Oil: In a deep skillet or wok, pour in about two inches of oil and heat it to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the Chicken: Carefully add the battered chicken in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry each piece until golden brown and crisp, about 5-7 minutes. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels.
- Cook the Sauce: Clean the wok or skillet, return to medium heat, and add 1 tablespoon of oil. Sauté the minced garlic until fragrant (around 30 seconds).
- Stir-Fry the Chicken: Toss the fried chicken pieces with the Thai sweet chili sauce, lime juice, and a pinch of salt until well coated.
- Garnish and Serve: Plate the sweet chili chicken, finishing with a sprinkle of white sesame seeds and fresh cilantro. Serve immediately.
Notes
Make-ahead tips: Prep the chicken and batter the day before and refrigerate. Fry just before serving for the best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 75mg