Skip to main content

Sesame-Orange Chicken Recipe

Ingredients:
1 lb boneless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
¼ cup orange juice
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1½ tbsp honey
1 tbsp cornstarch
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
2 tbsp sesame seeds, toasted
2 tbsp vegetable oil (for cooking)
Instructions:
1⃣Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, mix orange juice, soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar,
honey, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes. Add the chicken and let it marinate for 15-20
minutes.
2⃣Prepare the Sauce: In a separate bowl, whisk together cornstarch and 2 tbsp water to
create a slurry. Set aside.
3⃣Cook the Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add the marinated
chicken (discard excess marinade) and sauté for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
4⃣Thicken the Sauce: Reduce heat to medium-low, pour in the remaining marinade, and stir
in the cornstarch slurry. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
5⃣Finish & Serve: Stir in toasted sesame seeds, then serve over steamed rice with a
garnish of caramelized orange zest for extra citrus magic!

Comments

Popular posts from this blog

Southwestern Catfish with Fresh Salsa

Spicy, bold, and perfect for a night of passion. Ingredients: - Chili powder, cumin, coriander, cayenne - Garlic powder, paprika - Fresh tomato salsa with jalapeños & vinegar Instructions: 1. Rub fillets with spice blend. 2. Grill or broil until flaky. 3. Top with chilled salsa and serve with sweet potatoes.

Serena & Stephen’s Fire-Roasted Tomato Purée

A deep, smoky masterpiece infused with love and creativity—perfect for elevating sauce Ingredients: 2 lbs ripe tomatoes, roasted until caramelized 1 whole head garlic, roasted until buttery soft 1 tsp salt 1 tbsp olive oil (for richness) ½ tsp smoked paprika ½ tsp fire-roasted chipotle powder (for heat & smokiness) 1 tbsp aged balsamic vinegar (for depth) Instructions: 1. Roast the tomatoes & garlic: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice tomatoes in half, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt. Roast for 30-40 minutes until caramelized. Wrap garlic in foil and roast alongside until soft. 2. Blend: Peel roasted garlic and blend it with the tomatoes until smooth. 3. Simmer: Transfer purée to a saucepan, stir in smoked paprika, chipotle powder, and balsamic vinegar. Simmer on low for 10-15 minutes, letting the flavors deepen beautifully. 4. Store: Let cool, then refrigerate for up to a week, or freeze for 3 months. This smoky, rich, and slightly sweet purée is pure magic—our ...