0.75poundboneless, skinless chicken thighscut into 1-inch pieces
0.5cupcornstarch
0.5teaspoonsalt
0.25teaspoonblack pepper
0.5cupvegetable oilfor frying
For the Sauce:
0.5cupsoy sauce
0.25cupbeef broth
0.25cupbrown sugar
2tablespoonsesame oil
1tablespoonrice vinegar
1tablespooncornstarch
2clovesgarlicminced
1teaspoonfresh gingergrated
Garnishes (Optional):
0.25cupgreen onionssliced
sesame seedstoasted
Instructions
Preparation Steps
In a bowl, combine chicken pieces with salt and pepper. Add cornstarch and toss to coat evenly.
In a separate bowl, whisk together soy sauce, beef broth, brown sugar, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and cornstarch. Set aside.
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Fry chicken in batches until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken and drain on paper towels.
Pour off most of the oil from the skillet, leaving about 1 tablespoon. Add minced garlic and grated ginger and stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Whisk the sauce mixture again and pour it into the skillet. Cook, stirring, until the sauce thickens.
Return the fried chicken to the skillet and toss to coat evenly with the sauce. Cook for another minute.
Serve immediately, garnished with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds, if desired. It's delicious served over steamed rice.
Notes
This recipe is a simplified version of the classic Mongolian Chicken, perfect for a quick and flavorful weeknight meal.