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Spicy Crispy Firecracker Chicken with Sweet Tangy Glaze

Savor Spicy Crispy Firecracker Chicken with Sweet Tangy Glaze

This Spicy Crispy Firecracker Chicken with Sweet Tangy Glaze is a delightful Asian-inspired dish full of flavor.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marination Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Chicken Thighs Tender and juicy
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Essential for flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder For marinade depth
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder For marinade depth
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Adjust for spice
For the Coating
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Crisp texture
  • 1/2 cup Cornstarch Enhances crispiness
  • 2 large Eggs Acts as binder
For the Glaze
  • 1/2 cup Honey Natural sweetness
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Rich flavor
  • 1/4 cup Rice Vinegar Bright acidity
  • 2 tablespoons Sriracha Sauce Adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Nutty aroma
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Grated Ginger Fresh flavor
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions Finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds For crunch

Equipment

  • Deep pot
  • Mixing bowls
  • slotted spoon
  • thermometer

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine chicken thighs with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper. Mix well, cover, and marinate for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
  2. In one bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour and cornstarch. In another bowl, beat the eggs.
  3. Heat enough oil in a deep pot to submerge chicken pieces, to 350°F (175°C).
  4. Coat each marinated chicken piece in the flour mixture, then shake off excess flour.
  5. Dip each floured chicken piece into the beaten eggs, allowing excess to drip off.
  6. Return the egg-dipped chicken back to the flour mixture for a second coating.
  7. Add the coated chicken thighs to the hot oil in batches, frying for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  8. In a saucepan, combine honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sriracha, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Simmer for 5-7 minutes.
  9. Toss the freshly fried chicken in the glaze to coat evenly.
  10. Transfer glazed chicken to a platter and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Make sure to adjust spice levels to your preference and serve with sides like rice or in lettuce wraps.

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