How to make the perfect Chinese-American Sesame Chicken from scratch?

Detective Pux here, and I'm here to solve the case of the perfect Chinese Sesame Chicken. This dish is a classic Chinese-American dish that is loved by many. The crispy chicken coated in a sweet and savory sesame sauce, paired with steamed rice is a match made in heaven.

But before we get into the recipe, let me give you a little background on the dish. Sesame chicken is not a traditional Chinese dish, it's actually a Chinese-American creation. It was created in the Chinese-American restaurants that popped up in the United States in the 20th century. The dish has evolved over time and has become a staple in Chinese-American cuisine.

Here's the recipe:

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-size pieces
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • 1/4 cup sesame seeds
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 2 green onions, chopped

Instructions:

  1. In a shallow dish, combine the cornstarch and flour.
  2. In another shallow dish, beat the eggs.
  3. Dip the chicken pieces in the beaten eggs, then coat them in the flour mixture.
  4. In a large skillet or wok, heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
  5. Fry the chicken in batches for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
  6. In a small pan, toast the sesame seeds over low heat for about 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown.
  7. In a small saucepan, combine the garlic, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, and cornstarch. Heat the sauce over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens.
  8. In a large skillet or wok, toss the chicken with the sesame sauce and green onions.
  9. Serve over steamed rice and garnish with toasted sesame seeds.

And there you have it, the perfect Chinese Sesame Chicken that will satisfy your cravings. Now if you'll excuse me, I have to go solve another case. But before I go, let me leave you with one final piece of advice: don't be afraid to experiment with the recipe and make it your own. Happy cooking!