Crispy Chinese Lemon Chicken: A Sweet and Tangy Home Treat

This Crispy Chinese Lemon Chicken recipe is a delicious blend of crunchy chicken and tangy lemon sauce, perfect for dinner.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 15

Resting Time 1

Total Time 46

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Chinese

Calories: 400

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

1 pound Chicken Thighs Tender and flavorful
1/4 cup Soy Sauce Use tamari for gluten-free
2 tablespoons Cornstarch More for coating

For the Sauce

1/4 cup Lemon Juice Fresh is best
1/4 cup Sugar Can substitute with honey
2 tablespoons Water For sauce consistency
1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Enhances flavor

For the Batter

1/2 cup Flour Whole wheat flour is a substitute
2 cups Oil for Frying High smoke point oil

Equipment

Large bowl
Skillet
Kitchen Thermometer
Deep pot

Method

Preparation

Marinate Chicken: Place chicken thighs in a bowl, add soy sauce and cornstarch, mix, cover, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Prepare Sauce: In another bowl, combine lemon juice, sugar, water, cornstarch, and lemon zest. Stir until dissolved.
Batter Chicken: Retrieve chicken, coating with remaining cornstarch and flour.
Heat Oil: In a pot, heat oil to 350°F.
Fry Chicken: Add chicken in batches, frying for 5-7 minutes or until golden brown.
Combine with Sauce: Pour sauce into skillet with fried chicken, cook for 2-3 minutes until thick and glossy.
Serve: Plate the dish over steamed rice with fresh vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Best enjoyed immediately for maximum crunch. Adjust sauce for personal taste.

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