Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 300 g chicken breast, thinly sliced
- 100 g cornflour (adjust as needed)
- 1 egg white
- 1 tsp garlic and ginger paste
- Vegetable oil, for frying
For the Chicken Marinade
- 2 tbsp dark soy sauce
- 1 tbsp garlic and ginger paste
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp white pepper
For the Stir-Fry Sauce
- 3 tbsp dark soy sauce
- 4 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp sriracha
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
For Garnish
- 2 spring onions, chopped
Instructions
1. Marinate the Chicken
- Slice the chicken breast into thin strips.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the chicken with the marinade ingredients: dark soy sauce, garlic and ginger paste, sesame oil, sugar, and white pepper.
- Let the chicken marinate for at least 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.
2. Prepare the Sauce
- In a small bowl, mix the stir-fry sauce ingredients: dark soy sauce, honey, sriracha, and lemon juice.
- Set aside for later use.
3. Coat and Fry the Chicken
- Add an egg white to the marinated chicken and mix well.
- Gradually coat the chicken pieces with cornflour, ensuring each piece is fully covered.
- Heat vegetable oil in a wok or frying pan to 180°C (356°F).
- Fry the chicken in small batches for 1-2 minutes until light golden. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Double-fry the chicken for an additional 2-3 minutes to achieve extra crispiness.
4. Make the Sauce
- In a clean pan, heat a tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium heat.
- Sauté the garlic and ginger paste for 5-10 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in the prepared stir-fry sauce and stir for 30 seconds until slightly thickened.
5. Combine and Serve
- Add the crispy fried chicken to the pan and toss until fully coated in the sauce.
- Garnish with chopped spring onions and serve immediately.
Notes
1. Marinate the Chicken
- Slice the chicken breast into thin strips.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the chicken with the marinade ingredients: dark soy sauce, garlic and ginger paste, sesame oil, sugar, and white pepper.
- Let the chicken marinate for at least 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.
2. Prepare the Sauce
- In a small bowl, mix the stir-fry sauce ingredients: dark soy sauce, honey, sriracha, and lemon juice.
- Set aside for later use.
3. Coat and Fry the Chicken
- Add an egg white to the marinated chicken and mix well.
- Gradually coat the chicken pieces with cornflour, ensuring each piece is fully covered.
- Heat vegetable oil in a wok or frying pan to 180°C (356°F).
- Fry the chicken in small batches for 1-2 minutes until light golden. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Double-fry the chicken for an additional 2-3 minutes to achieve extra crispiness.
4. Make the Sauce
- In a clean pan, heat a tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium heat.
- Sauté the garlic and ginger paste for 5-10 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in the prepared stir-fry sauce and stir for 30 seconds until slightly thickened.
5. Combine and Serve
- Add the crispy fried chicken to the pan and toss until fully coated in the sauce.
- Garnish with chopped spring onions and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes