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Orange Chicken
 
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 25 Minutes
Ready In: 45 Minutes
Servings: 6
As my own preference, I cut the chicken into strips as opposed to cubes.
Ingredients:
2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into 1-1/2 inch cubes)
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cornstarch
1 egg, beaten
salt and pepper
oil (peanut is best)
1 cup water
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1/3 cup rice vinegar
2 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon orange zest, grated
1 cup packed brown sugar (i think this is perfect, but may use 3/4 cup for less sweet)
1/2 teaspoon gingerroot, minced
1/2 teaspoon garlic, minced
2 tablespoons green onions, chopped
red pepper flakes (over the top using thai chili paste)
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 cup water
Directions:
1. Combine flour, cornstarch, salt, and pepper. Dip chicken into beaten egg and toss in flour mixture to coat. Deep fry chicken in batches at 375 degrees in a deep fryer (or use a wok using about 1 inch oil) until completely cooked.
2. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan combine 1 cups water, orange juice, lemon juice, rice vinegar and soy sauce. Blend well over medium heat for a few minutes. Stir in brown sugar, orange zest, ginger garlic, and onion. Bring to a boil.
3. Combine 3 tablespoons of cornstarch with 1/4 cup of water and mix thoroughly. Slowly stir cornstarch mixture into sauce until it thickens. Pour sauce over cooked chicken and garnish with green onions.
By RecipeOfHealth.com