Description
A weeknight dinner filled with vibrant flavors, Mongolian Chicken features tender chicken pieces coated in a delicious hoisin sauce, providing a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup corn starch
- Oil for frying
- 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- Green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- Sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Coat the chicken pieces in corn starch.
- Heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat and fry the coated chicken until golden and crispy, about 5 to 7 minutes.
- While the chicken cooks, mix hoisin sauce, soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil in a bowl.
- When the chicken is cooked through, drain excess oil and pour the sauce mixture over the chicken.
- Stir well to coat the chicken evenly and serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.
Notes
For optimal flavor, consider marinating the chicken in soy sauce and ginger before coating with corn starch. Serve with steamed rice or fried rice for a complete meal.
