Best 4 Strange Flavored Sesame Chicken Recipes
Sesame chicken is a classic dish that can be found in Chinese restaurants all over the world, but it doesn't have to be the same old, boring recipe you've had a hundred times before. With a few simple tweaks, you can create a sesame chicken dish that is bursting with flavor and has just the right amount of heat. Read on to learn how to make sesame chicken that is anything but strange, using an exciting blend of spices and cooking techniques. We will start with a marinade made with soy sauce, rice wine, and sesame oil, which will infuse the chicken with delicious flavor. Then, we'll coat the chicken in a cornstarch mixture and fry it until it's golden brown and crispy. Finally, we'll make a delicious sauce with sesame seeds, ginger, garlic, and chili peppers, and toss the chicken in it until it's coated in a sticky, flavorful glaze.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
STRANGE FLAVOR CHICKEN (BANG BANG CHICKEN)
A classic, cold Sichuanese chicken dish with an unusual name. Strange Flavor Chicken (also known as Bang Bang Chicken) targets all of your taste buds with a combination of salty, sweet, sour, nutty, hot, and numbing flavors.
Provided by Victoria
Categories Appetizer
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cut the scallions into sections and then slice these lengthwise into thin slivers. Put them into a bowl of cold water to refresh.
- Whisk the sugar and salt in the soy sauce and vinegar until dissolved. Gradually whisk in the sesame paste to make a smooth sauce. Add the sesame oil, chili oil, and ground Sichuan pepper and mix well. You should yield about ½ cup of strange flavor sauce.
- Cut the chicken into slivers about ½ inch wide (if you want to be really authentic, hit it a few times with a rolling pin or wooden dowel to loosen the fibers and then tear the flesh into shreds by hand).
- Shortly before serving, drain the scallions and pile them neatly in the center of your serving dish. Lay the chicken slivers on top of them, then pour the prepared sauce over the top. Finally, sprinkle with the sesame seeds and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 364 kcal, Carbohydrate 8 g, Protein 39 g, Fat 20 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 96 mg, Sodium 275 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 4 g, UnsaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 serving
STRANGE FLAVORED SESAME CHICKEN
This is delicious and not so strange! I definitely recommend using fish sauce if you can find it. I adapted this from a recipe I found in a bargain asian cookbook.
Provided by SeanS
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Heat oil in wok until hot.
- Add spring onions, ginger, garlic and fry 30 seconds.
- Add chicken and mushrooms, fry 3-4 minutes.
- Add tahini, soy sauce, chili sauce, fish sauce, water, baby corn and carrots.
- Toss for 2-3 minutes to heat through.
- Sprinkle with sesame oil and sesame seeds.
- Serve with jasmine rice.
ADDICTIVE SESAME CHICKEN
My family begs for this dish! Much easier to prepare than the ingredient list indicates. If you are a fan of Chinese food, prepare to become ADDICTED to this yummy sesame chicken. Serve over jasmine rice.
Provided by MISSFAVOR
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian
Time 50m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Combine the 2 tablespoons soy sauce, the dry sherry, dash of sesame oil, flour, 2 tablespoons cornstarch, 2 tablespoons water, baking powder, baking soda, and canola oil in a large bowl. Mix well; stir in the chicken. Cover and refrigerate for 20 minutes.
- Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Combine the 1/2 cup water, chicken broth, vinegar, 1/4 cup cornstarch, sugar, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 2 tablespoons sesame oil, red chili paste, and garlic in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Turn heat to low and keep warm, stirring occasionally.
- Fry the marinated chicken in batches until cooked through and golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
- Transfer the chicken to a large platter, top with sauce, and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 744.5 calories, Carbohydrate 68.6 g, Cholesterol 87.7 mg, Fat 37.1 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 34.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 1405 mg, Sugar 50.8 g
PERFECT SESAME CHICKEN
If you want the perfect sesame chicken recipe this is it! You may want to increase the vinegar or lower the amount of sugar. It all depends on how sweet you want the sauce.
Provided by Doreen P
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian
Time 1h15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Sift flour, 2 tablespoons cornstarch, baking soda, and baking powder into a bowl. Pour in low-sodium soy sauce, sherry, 2 tablespoons water, vegetable oil, and a dash of sesame oil; stir until smooth. Stir in chicken until coated with the batter, then cover, and refrigerate for 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, bring chicken broth, sugar, vinegar, dark soy sauce, sesame oil, chile paste, and garlic to a boil in a saucepan over high heat. Dissolve 1/4 cup cornstarch into 1/2 cup of water, and stir into boiling sauce. Simmer until the sauce thickens and turns clear, about 2 minutes. Reduce heat to low, and keep sauce warm.
- Heat olive oil in a deep fryer or large saucepan to a temperature of 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Drop in the battered chicken pieces, a few at a time, and fry until they turn golden brown and float to the top of the oil, 3 to 4 minutes. Drain on a paper towel lined plate. To serve, place fried chicken pieces onto a serving platter, and pour the hot sauce overtop. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds to garnish.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 506.7 calories, Carbohydrate 49.8 g, Cholesterol 43.1 mg, Fat 28.5 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 14 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 713.9 mg, Sugar 33.7 g
Tips:
- Choose the right sesame oil. Not all sesame oils are created equal. For the best flavor, look for a dark, roasted sesame oil.
- Use a variety of vegetables. This recipe calls for broccoli and carrots, but you can use any vegetables you like. Some other good options include bell peppers, snap peas, and baby corn.
- Don't overcook the chicken. Sesame chicken is best when the chicken is cooked through but still juicy. Overcooked chicken will be tough and dry.
- Make sure the sauce is thick and glossy. The sauce is what makes sesame chicken so delicious. To get the right consistency, cook the sauce over medium heat until it has thickened and reduced by about half.
- Serve sesame chicken immediately. Sesame chicken is best when served hot and fresh. If you need to make it ahead of time, you can cook the chicken and vegetables and then reheat them in the sauce just before serving.
Conclusion:
Sesame chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying meal that the whole family will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner idea, give sesame chicken a try. You won't be disappointed!
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