How to Make Delicious Orange Chicken
Orange chicken is a popular dish loved for its tangy and sweet flavors, perfect for satisfying your cravings for Chinese takeout at home. In this guide, we will show you how to make homemade orange chicken that is sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients:
- 2 pounds of boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup of cornstarch
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1/4 cup of vegetable oil
- 1 cup of orange juice
- 1/2 cup of soy sauce
- 1/3 cup of brown sugar
- 1/4 cup of rice vinegar
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon of ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon of sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons of cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons of water (for thickening the sauce)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Sesame seeds and green onions for garnish
Instructions:
- In a bowl, toss the chicken pieces with cornstarch until well coated.
- Dip the chicken into the beaten eggs, ensuring each piece is well coated.
- Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium-high heat and fry the chicken until golden brown and crispy. Remove the chicken and set aside.
- In the same pan, combine orange juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Slowly stir in the cornstarch mixture to thicken the sauce. Return the chicken to the pan and toss to coat.
- Simmer for a few more minutes until the sauce coats the chicken evenly.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the orange chicken over steamed rice and garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.
Tips:
If you prefer a spicier version, add red pepper flakes or sriracha to the sauce for an extra kick. You can also substitute chicken with tofu or cauliflower for a vegetarian option.
