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Oh honey, let me tell you about this mouthwatering Chinese Crispy Orange Chicken that’ll have your family thinking you secretly enrolled in culinary school! Trust me, I’ve made this recipe countless times, and it’s always a showstopper when I have guests over.
Picture this: crispy, golden-brown chicken pieces coated in a sticky, sweet-and-tangy orange sauce that’ll make your taste buds dance. Yes, it’s THAT good! And the best part? You don’t need to be a master chef to nail this recipe.
Let’s get cooking, shall we?
Ingredients:
For the chicken:
– 2 lbs chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
– 2 eggs
– 1 cup cornstarch
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Oil for frying
For that heavenly orange sauce:
– 1 cup orange juice (fresh is best, but no judgment here!)
– 1/2 cup brown sugar
– 1/4 cup soy sauce
– 2 cloves minced garlic
– 1 tbsp ginger, grated
– 2 tbsp rice vinegar
– Orange zest from 1 orange
– 2 tbsp cornstarch mixed with water
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Instructions:
1. Start by coating your chicken pieces in a mixture of beaten eggs, then dredge in cornstarch. (Pro tip: This is how we get that restaurant-style crispiness!)
1. Heat your oil in a large wok or deep pan. Once hot (around 350°F), fry those babies until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes each side. Set aside on paper towels.
1. Now for the sauce (this is where the magic happens!) – In a saucepan, combine orange juice, brown sugar, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and rice vinegar. Bring to a simmer.
1. Add your cornstarch slurry and orange zest, stirring until the sauce thickens. This usually takes about 2-3 minutes. If it gets too thick, add a splash of water – we’re looking for that perfect coating consistency!
1. Toss your crispy chicken in this amazing sauce, and voilà! Serve over steaming rice and garnish with sesame seeds and green onions if you’re feeling fancy (and honey, you should!).
Listen, y’all – this recipe is literally foolproof. I’ve made it while chatting on the phone with my bestie and it still turned out perfect! The key is getting that sauce just right – not too thick, not too thin, just like Goldilocks would want it!
Don’t forget to leave a comment below sharing how this recipe turned out for you! Did your family fight over the last piece like mine does? 😉 And remember to follow me on Newsbreak for more delicious recipes that’ll have everyone thinking you’ve got a secret sous chef hiding in your kitchen!
Trust me, once you master this orange chicken, you’ll never need to order takeout again. Well, unless you’re having one of those days – we all do, no judgment here! Now go forth and cook up some magic! 💁♀️✨
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