Thai Chicken Bites With Dipping Sauce

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1/2 cup cornstarch
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil, for frying

Dipping Sauce Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon Sriracha sauce (optional)

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

10 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a medium bowl, combine the chicken cubes, cornstarch, soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, sesame oil, garlic powder, and ginger. Toss to coat.
2. In a large skillet or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
3. Add the chicken cubes to the hot oil and fry for 4-5 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
4. Drain the chicken on paper towels.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together the dipping sauce ingredients.
6. Serve the chicken bites with the dipping sauce.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1 ounce of chicken bites):

• Calories: 100
• Fat: 5g
• Protein: 10g
• Carbohydrates: 10g
• Sodium: 300mg

Dish Characteristics:

• Crispy and flavorful
• Sweet and slightly tangy dipping sauce
• Perfect for dipping, snacks, or appetizers
• Gluten-free (if using gluten-free soy sauce and cornstarch)

User Comments:

• "These chicken bites were amazing! So crispy and the dipping sauce was the perfect complement."
• "I made these for my dinner party and they were a huge hit. Everyone loved them!"
• "I'm not a big fan of Thai food, but these were delicious."
• "The dipping sauce is the best part."
• "I'll definitely be making these again."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be careful not to overcook the chicken, as it will become tough.
• If you don't have a deep fryer, you can use a large skillet or Dutch oven filled with enough oil to cover the chicken cubes.
• You can add other vegetables to the dipping sauce, such as shredded carrots, cucumbers, or bell peppers.
• For a spicier dipping sauce, add more Sriracha sauce to taste.