WOULD YOU EAT THIS ORANGE CHICKEN?

I see! You’re asking for an Orange Chicken recipe! Here’s a delicious and easy recipe for making your own flavorful orange chicken at home:

Orange Chicken Recipe

Ingredients:

For the Chicken:

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tsp cornstarch
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 large eggs, beaten
• Vegetable oil for frying

For the Orange Sauce:

• 1/2 cup fresh orange juice (about 2 oranges)
• Zest of 1 orange
• 1/3 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 2 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (for thickening)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1-inch piece of ginger, grated
• 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for some heat)

For Garnish (optional):

• Sesame seeds
• Sliced green onions

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Chicken:
   • In a large bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
   • Dip the chicken pieces into the beaten eggs, then coat them thoroughly in the flour mixture.
   • Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep pan or wok over medium-high heat. When the oil reaches about 350°F (175°C), fry the chicken in batches for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through. Use a slotted spoon to remove the chicken and drain on paper towels.
2. Make the Orange Sauce:
   • In a separate saucepan, combine the orange juice, orange zest, soy sauce, sugar, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
   • Once the sauce is simmering, mix the cornstarch with water to make a slurry, then pour it into the sauce. Stir and continue to cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy.
3. Combine:
   • Once the chicken is all fried, add it to the saucepan with the orange sauce. Toss to coat the chicken evenly with the sauce.
4. Serve:
   • Serve your orange chicken over steamed rice, and garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions if desired.

Enjoy your homemade crispy, sweet, and tangy orange chicken! It’s a perfect takeout-style dish to make at home. Would you give this recipe a try?