Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine sliced boneless, skinless chicken with one egg white, ¼ cup cornstarch, ½ teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper. Let this marinate for 10-15 minutes at room temperature.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add enough vegetable oil for frying, about ½ inch deep. Once the oil shimmers, carefully add batches of the marinated chicken. Fry for 4-6 minutes per batch until golden brown and crispy.
- In the same skillet, pour in 1 tablespoon of sesame oil. Add 2 tablespoons of minced garlic, 1 tablespoon of minced ginger, and 2-3 dried red chilies. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Then, add ½ cup tomato ketchup, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon chili garlic sauce, 1 tablespoon vinegar, and 1 tablespoon sugar. Stir well and let simmer for 2-3 minutes, adjusting consistency with ¼ cup water if necessary.
- Carefully add the crispy fried chicken back into the skillet with the sauce. Toss the chicken thoroughly in the sauce and let it simmer for an additional minute.
- Transfer your Spicy Dragon Chicken to a serving platter. Garnish with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds. Serve over rice, mixed into noodles, or in fresh lettuce cups.
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Notes
This recipe can be made ahead for meal prep and stored separately from the sauce to preserve texture.
