Tangy and Tempting: Orange Chicken Recipe to Satisfy Your Cravings
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of this homemade Orange Chicken! Crispy, tangy, and oh-so-delicious, this Asian-inspired dish will tantalize your taste buds. The juicy chicken coated in a zesty orange glaze is a perfect balance of sweet and savory. Easy to make, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite. Get ready to savor every delectable bite!
Ingredients
- 500 g chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 40 g cornstarch (⅓ cup)
- 40 g flour (⅓ cup)
- 1 egg
- 180 ml water (¾ cup)
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 l oil, for frying (4 cups)
Orange Sauce
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 4 tbsp fresh orange juice (60 ml)
- 1 tbsp soy sauce (15 ml)
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar (30 ml)
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil (15 ml)
- ½ tsp chili flake
- 1 tsp powdered garlic (or minced garlic)
- ½ tsp ground ginger (or minced ginger)
- 1 tsp sesame oil (30 ml)
Garnish
- orange zest
- green onions
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and start by cutting the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces, approximately 1-inch (2.5 cm) cubes or chunks.
- In a large mixing bowl, prepare the tempura by combining cornstarch, all-purpose flour, salt, and black pepper. Then, add egg, oil, and water.
- Dip the chicken pieces into the prepared tempura and coat them generously, shaking off any excess.
- In a deep skillet or wok, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Fry the coated chicken pieces in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per batch. Transfer the cooked chicken to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- In a saucepan, add vegetable oil and heat over medium heat.
- Add ground garlic, ground ginger, hot chili flakes, sugar, brown sugar, balsamic vinegar, and soy sauce. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat.
- In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch and orange juice until smooth. Slowly pour the cornstarch mixture into the simmering sauce, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
- Add the fried chicken pieces to the sauce and toss to coat evenly, for about 3 minutes.
- Finally, add sesame oil.
- Garnish the Orange Chicken with sliced green onions and sesame seeds for a fresh and vibrant touch.