Yields:
4 Servings
Difficulty: Medium
Prep Time: 15 Mins
Cook Time:
20 Mins
Total Time:
35 Mins
Orange Chicken, a beloved Chinese dish among Americans, is full of exotic charm and leaves an unforgettable impression. This dish is renowned for its unique combination of orange flavor and tender chicken, earning it the reputation of being a harmonious blend of Eastern and Western cuisines. The bright and vibrant appearance of the dish, with golden chunks of chicken adorned with hints of orange juice, is incredibly enticing. With each bite, the chicken is juicy and tender, while the orange flavor is tangy, sweet, and aromatic, creating a culinary feast in the mouth.
Ingredients
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- Sauce:
Instructions
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In a bowl, whisk together the orange juice, soy sauce, sugar, rice vinegar, red chili flakes, garlic powder, and ground ginger.
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In a bowl, mix together the cornstarch, flour, white pepper powder and salt.
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Dredge the chicken pieces in the eggs. Add the chicken pieces in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
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Heat the oil in a large frying pan to 375 °C over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken until golden crisp, about 4-5 minutes. Remove the chicken from the pan and drain on paper towels.
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To a saucepan, add the orange sauce and bring it to a boil, stirring occasionally. Combine 1/2 tablespoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water and add it to the orange sauce, cook over medium heat until it thickens. Add the fried chicken and toss to coat in the sauce.
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Garnish with orange zest and sliced green onions, if desired. Serve hot with rice.
