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Crispy Tangerine Chicken

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Prep: 20 min
Cook: 25 min
4servings
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A vibrant citrus-forward dish featuring double-fried chicken tossed in a zesty, aromatic tangerine glaze.

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Ingredients

Servings:4
  • 1 1/2 lbs Boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1/2 cup Cornstarch
  • 3/4 cup Fresh tangerine juice
  • 1 tablespoon Tangerine zest
  • 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup Brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger, minced
  • 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 pieces Dried red chilies(optional)
  • 2 cups Vegetable oil for frying
  • 2 stalks Green onions, sliced

Instructions

  1. 1

    Pat the chicken pieces dry and toss them in a bowl with cornstarch until every piece is thoroughly and evenly coated.

  2. 2

    In a small saucepan, whisk together tangerine juice, zest, soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, ginger, and garlic.

  3. 3

    Simmer the sauce over medium heat for 8-10 minutes until it reduces slightly and becomes syrupy.

  4. 4

    Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or deep skillet to 375°F (190°C).

  5. 5

    Fry the chicken in batches for 3-4 minutes until golden brown; remove and drain on paper towels.

  6. 6

    Increase the heat slightly and fry the chicken a second time for 1 minute to achieve maximum crispiness.

  7. 7

    In a clean wok, toss the double-fried chicken with the warm tangerine sauce and dried chilies over high heat for 30 seconds.

  8. 8

    Garnish with sliced green onions and serve immediately over steamed white rice.

Nutrition per Serving

485

Calories

32g

Protein

44g

Carbs

18g

Fat

1g

Fiber

22g

Sugar

840mg

Sodium

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