Firecracker Chicken

Step 1

In a medium bowl combine all the SAUCE ingredients and set aside.

Step 2

In a large, shallow bowl, whisk cornstarch flour, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Add beaten eggs to another bowl.

Step 4

Pour about 2 inches of canola oil into a deep frying pan and heat it over medium-high heat.

Step 5

Dip the chicken pieces into the beaten eggs.

Step 6

Add the chicken chunks to the cornstarch mixture and toss until well coated. Work in batches.

Step 7

Cook it in batches in the hot oil until golden and crispy.

Step 8

Remove to a plate and set aside.

Step 9

Toss chicken with sauce. You may reserve some of the sauce to place on rice.

Step 10

Serve it with a sprinkling of green onion and sesame seeds, if so desired.