Orange Chicken

Instructions

1. 1

   Whisk together egg, 1½ tsp soy sauce, and 1 tbsp vegetable oil. Add chicken and marinate 30 minutes.

2. 2

   Mix ¼ cup cornstarch and flour. Drain chicken, toss in cornstarch-flour mixture to coat.

3. 3

   Heat 2–3 inches of oil in a deep skillet or wok to 375°F (190°C). Fry chicken in batches 3–4 minutes until golden and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.

4. 4

   Make sauce: combine orange zest, orange juice, sugar, chicken stock, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil.

5. 5

   Heat 1 tbsp oil in wok over medium-high heat. Add garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes; stir-fry 30 seconds.

6. 6

   Add sauce mixture and bring to a boil. Mix remaining ¼ cup cornstarch with ¼ cup water; stir into sauce.

7. 7

   Cook 1–2 minutes until sauce thickens. Add fried chicken and toss to coat.

8. 8

   Serve immediately over steamed rice.