Chinese Lemon Fried Chicken

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This Chinese lemon fried chicken recipe combines the bold flavors of Chinese cuisine with the tangy zest of lemons. The chicken is marinated in a mixture of soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and lemon juice, which infuses it with a deliciously savory and citrusy taste. Coated in a crispy batter and deep-fried to perfection, this dish is both flavorful and satisfying. Serve it with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal that will surely delight your taste buds.

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Chinese lemon fried chicken recipe details

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Tender chicken breast strips lightly breaded, fried, and doused in a tasty lemon sauce.
Ready in: 1 hour 15 mins

Ingredients

Serves: 2

• 2 (5 ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, rolled to 1/4-inch thick
• 1 teaspoon plus 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
• 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1/3 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/3 cup water
• 1/3 cup cider vinegar
• 1 large lemon, thinly sliced
• 1 egg, lightly beaten
• Vegetable oil, for frying

Preparation method

Prep: 30 mins | Cook: 15 mins | Extra time: 30 mins, marinating

1. Whisk 1 teaspoon cornstarch, vinegar, and sesame oil together in a bowl. Coat chicken with the mixture on one side of each breast, then set on a plate and cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to marinate.
2. Combine sugar, water, cider vinegar, and lemon slices in a saucepan. Set over high heat. When mixture comes to a boil, turn heat down to low and cook for about 15 minutes to thicken. Lemon will turn brown.
3. Set up dredging stations: egg in one shallow pie pan, 1/4 cup cornstarch in another.
4. Remove chicken from plate and dip in egg, then dredge in cornstarch.
5. Pour enough oil into a deep fryer or large skillet to make a 1/2-inch layer. Bring to 375 degrees F.
6. Cook chicken in hot oil for about 4 minutes, until chicken is cooked through and golden brown. Serve with lemon sauce spooned over each.