Sweet and Spicy Sesame Chicken

Ingredients and Weight:

• Chicken breast: 500 grams (about 1 pound)
• Sesame seeds: 50 grams (about 1/4 cup)
• Red pepper flakes: 1 tablespoon
• Sugar: 3 tablespoons
• Soy sauce: 2 tablespoons
• Rice vinegar: 2 tablespoons
• Cornstarch: 3 tablespoons (for dredging)
• Oil: For frying
• Salt: To taste (optional)
• Green onions or spring onions: 2-3, chopped for garnishing

Preparation Time:

• Preparation: 20 minutes
• Cooking: 30 minutes
• Total: 50 minutes

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Cut chicken breast into bite-sized pieces.
2. Combine sugar, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and red pepper flakes in a small bowl. Mix well and set aside.
3. Dredge chicken pieces in cornstarch, ensuring all sides are coated.
4. Heat enough oil in a pan for frying. Fry chicken pieces until golden and cooked through. Remove and drain on a paper towel.
5. In a separate pan, heat the sweet and spicy sauce mixture from step 2 until bubbling.
6. Add the fried chicken pieces to the sauce and toss to coat evenly.
7. Garnish with chopped green onions or spring onions.
8. Sprinkle sesame seeds over the chicken before serving.

Nutritional Information: (Please note that the exact nutritional information may vary depending on the specific ingredients used.)

• Calories: Approx. 400-500 per serving (based on the size of the chicken breast pieces)
• Protein: Depending on chicken content
• Fat: Depending on oil used for frying and other fats in ingredients
• Carbohydrates: From sugar and other ingredients

Dish Characteristics:

• Sweet and spicy flavor, with a balance of sweet and sour notes.
• Chicken is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.
• Sesame seeds add a nice crunch and aroma.
• Great as a main dish or as part of a meal with rice or noodles.

User Comments:

1. "Love the sweet and spicy combination! The sesame seeds give it a nice crunch."
2. "Great dish for a family gathering. Everyone loved it."
3. "The chicken is so crispy and the sauce is just perfect."
4. "This dish is a great blend of flavors, definitely worth trying."
5. "The green onions on top add a fresh note to the dish."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to use fresh ingredients for best flavor.
• Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to suit your preference for spice level.
• Chicken should be cooked through before adding to the sauce to ensure safety.
• If you prefer less fat, you can reduce the amount of oil used for frying or even air fry the chicken pieces instead of deep frying.