Sesame Chicken

1 : Add chicken, garlic, cayenne pepper, white pepper, baking soda, soy sauce, and egg to a mixing bowl. Mix well, cover, and let it marinate for 20 minutes in the fridge.

2 : Combine cornstarch and all-purpose flour in a bowl. Add the marinated chicken to the batter and coat evenly; shake off any excess flour.

3 : Heat enough oil to 350°F. Carefully add the chicken in batches and fry for 4 minutes until it turns lightly golden brown.

4 : Transfer the chicken onto a cooling rack and let it cool for a few minutes. Bring the oil temperature back to 350°F. Add the chicken and fry for 2 minutes to make it extra crispy.

5 : Make the sauce by combining the listed ingredients.

6 : Turn the heat to medium-low and pour the sauce into a wok. Add the starch slurry and stir until the sauce thickens.

7 : Add the chicken and stir until all the chicken is coated with the sauce. Turn off the heat, add 1 tbsp sesame seeds, and mix well.

8 : Serve with rice and garnish with more sesame seeds and scallions. Enjoy!