Sesame Chicken with a Chinese Ac’cent

May 19, 2023May 19, 20230 16
Sesame Chicken with a Chinese Ac'cent Recipe
in Main

Prep

1 hour 20 min

Cook

1 hour

Ready In

2 hours 20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 broiler-fryer chicken , cut in parts
1/4 cup corn oil
1/4 cup soy sauce
3 tablespoons sesame seeds
2 tablespoons regina white wine
1 clove garlic , peeled , halved
1 medium yellow onion , chopped
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon Accent seasoning , flavor enhancer
1 teaspoon red chile ( medium hot )
1/4 teaspoon powdered ginger

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
460
Sugar
3g
Fat
32g
Sesame Chicken is a Chinese-American cuisine that originated in the mid-20th century, this dish is a favorite in many American Chinese restaurants. Sesame Chicken has a slightly sweet flavor and is usually served crispy, coated in a warming sauce made from soy sauce, sugar and sesame oil. The dish has a unique blend of flavor that is sure to leave the taste buds wanting more. Sesame Chicken is a versatile dish that can be served for lunch or dinner and goes well with a wide variety of side dishes.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, mix the corn oil, soy sauce, sesame seeds, white wine, garlic, brown sugar, Accent seasoning, red chile, and powdered ginger together until thoroughly combined
2.Add chicken parts to the bowl and toss to coat each piece with the marinade
3.Let the chicken marinate in the mixture for at least 1 hour
4.Preheat your oven to 350°F
5.Transfer the chicken and marinade to a roasting pan and bake in preheated oven for 1 hour, or until chicken is done
6.Once done, remove the pan from the oven and let the chicken cool for a few minutes before serving

PROS

Sesame Chicken is easy to make and highly flavorful.
It is great for a quick family meal or dinner party.
The dish has a crispy texture and can be served with rice or noodles for a filling meal

CONS

The recipe has a high level of sodium due to the sauce.
It is also relatively high in calories due to the use of corn oil for marinating and baking the chicken, which makes it less healthy when consumed in large amounts

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Sesame Chicken is a rich source of protein, it is also high in Vitamin B6 that the body requires for numerous processes, it is also a good source of selenium, phosphorus and Iron. This recipe also has high levels of garlic and ginger which have been known to aid digestion, boost immunity and combat inflammation. However, moderation is key when consuming this dish as the sauce is high in sodium

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