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Orange Chicken

This Orange Chicken recipe features tender, golden-fried chicken coated in a rich, sweet, and tangy orange sauce.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine Asian, asian fusion, Takeout
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

For the chicken:

  • 750 grams chicken breast cut into bite-sized cubes
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon white pepper
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 egg
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • Oil for frying

For the orange sauce:

  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 1 tablespoon ginger chopped
  • 1 tablespoon garlic chopped
  • 1 cup fresh orange juice
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon orange zest
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with ½ cup water cornstarch slurry

Other:

  • Sesame seeds and chopped spring onions for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized cubes and pat dry with a paper towel.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the chicken, soy sauce, egg, salt, white pepper, and black pepper. Toss well to evenly coat the chicken.
  • Add the flour and cornstarch mixture to the bowl and mix until the chicken pieces are fully coated.Heat oil in a deep pan or fryer to 180°C (350°F).
  • Fry the chicken in batches for 3-4 minutes, until lightly golden and cooked through.
  • Remove the chicken from the oil and let it rest for 1-2 minutes.
  • Increase the oil temperature slightly and double fry the chicken for another 2-3 minutes until it is crispy and deep golden brown.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together orange juice, soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, and orange zest. Set aside.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a deep pan over medium heat.
  • Add the chopped ginger and garlic, and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Pour in the prepared orange sauce mixture and cook for 1-2 minutes on low heat.
  • Stir in the cornstarch slurry, continuously mixing until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy.
  • Add the fried chicken to the pan and toss to coat each piece evenly in the sauce.
  • Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped spring onions.
  • Serve immediately with steamed rice or stir-fried noodles.
Keyword crispy orange chicken, homemade, Orange chicken, takeout food