Asian Lemon Chicken Recipe: Delicious bowl of crispy chunks

chinese lemon chicken

If you are craving something crispy with a soft mouthfeel, then this Asian lemon chicken is a perfect choice for your mealtime. You only need to marinade, coat, fry, and then you will get a delicious bowl of crispy chunks, poured with sweet and thick lemon sauce. Also known as Chinese lemon chicken, it is best to serve right away with steamed rice, veggies, or any side dish.

Equipment Needed

  1. Mixing bowl (for marinating the chicken)
  2. Small saucepan (for making the lemon sauce)
  3. Shallow bowl (for coating the chicken with cornstarch)
  4. Deep fryer or large skillet (for frying the chicken)
  5. Grater (for grating the ginger and lemon)
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Asian Lemon Chicken Recipe

Ingredients

Chicken batter

  • 600 gr chicken tenderloins or chicken breast, diced
  • 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons of Chinese Shaoxing wine or white vinegar (buy here)
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ cup cornstarch for coating

Lemon sauce

  • 3 teaspoons of minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon of grated ginger
  • 3 tablespoons of lemon juice (fresh is highly recommended)
  • 1 teaspoon of lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons of honey (buy here)
  • 2 tablespoons of sugar
  • Salt
  • ½ cup of chicken broth
  • 2 teaspoons of slurry cornstarch to thicken the sauce
  • Vegetable oil

Garnish

  • 1 teaspoon of sesame seeds (buy here)
  • 1 stack of scallion or spring onion
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Instructions

  • In a mixing bowl, combine the diced chicken, soy sauce, and shaoxing wine. If you want an authentic Chinese lemon chicken recipe, use Shaoxing wine because it is the traditional Chinese cooking wine. But if it is out of reach, you can substitute it with white vinegar
  • Marinate them for 20-30 minutes to thoroughly combine all of the flavors. You can prepare the lemon sauce while the chicken is getting marinated
  • In a small saucepan, heat the vegetable oil and saute the minced garlic and grated ginger for 30 seconds. Transfer them to a separate bowl and mix with lemon juice, lemon zest, soy sauce, honey, sugar, salt, and chicken broth, then set aside
  • Place the cornstarch in a shallow bowl. Once the marinade is over, coat the chicken with the cornstarch evenly and give it a gentle massage
  • Deep fry the chicken chunks over medium to high heat until golden brown
  • Get a clean pan ready to cook the lemon sauce in. When it is cooked through, pour in the cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce, then toss the chicken into it and stir evenly
  • Put your Asian lemon chicken on a serving bowl and garnish it with sesame seeds and scallion chops


Ideas on How to Enjoy

Here are some ideas on how to enjoy Asian Lemon Chicken:

  1. Serve with Rice: Enjoy the Asian Lemon Chicken over steamed white or brown rice. The sauce pairs well with rice and adds a tangy flavor to the dish.
  2. Add Vegetables: Stir-fry some vegetables like bell peppers, broccoli, and snap peas and mix them with the Asian Lemon Chicken for a complete meal.
  3. Make Lettuce Wraps: Use the Asian Lemon Chicken as a filling for lettuce wraps. Add some shredded carrots, sliced cucumbers, and a drizzle of hoisin sauce for extra flavor.
  4. Add Noodles: Toss the Asian Lemon Chicken with cooked noodles like rice noodles or egg noodles for a delicious noodle dish.
  5. Make a Salad: Slice the Asian Lemon Chicken and serve it over a bed of mixed greens. Drizzle with some extra lemon sauce for a refreshing salad.
  6. Serve with Quinoa: For a healthier option, serve the Asian Lemon Chicken over cooked quinoa instead of rice.
  7. Add to Stir-Fry: Use the Asian Lemon Chicken as a protein in a stir-fry with other vegetables and noodles or rice.
  8. Make a Wrap: Fill a tortilla or flatbread with the Asian Lemon Chicken, some lettuce, and diced tomatoes for a quick and easy wrap.

These are just a few ideas to get you started. Feel free to get creative and enjoy your Asian Lemon Chicken in any way you like!

How to Store

To store Asian lemon chicken, follow these steps:

  1. Let the chicken cool to room temperature.
  2. Transfer the chicken to an airtight container or resealable plastic bag.
  3. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.

When ready to eat, you can reheat the chicken in the microwave or oven until warmed through.

Recommended Products

There is no need to ever takeout from a restaurant again if you can make this simple and tempting dish over again. Either of the following products might be necessary to store for your next lemon chicken Asian dish.

1. Soeos Shaoxing Cooking Wine

Asian Lemon Chicken

This is an authentic Chinese cooking wine, which is traditionally made from rice, water, wheat, salt, and caramel. With pure grain brewing and cellar storage for three years, it strengthens the aroma, gets rid of the fishy smell of meat, and tenderizes your marinated chicken. You can enhance the flavor of your dish with just a few splashes of this shaoxing wine at the highest cooking temperature.

2. Nature Nate’s Honey Co

Asian Lemon Chicken

With pure, raw, and unfiltered honey, it will give an earthy blend of organic honey. You will find it caramelizes perfectly and yields a natural sweetness to your dish. It guarantees you no additives and no preservatives for the remarkable taste of a honey product

3. Rodelle Toasted Natural Sesame Seeds

Asian Lemon Chicken

Using only selected seeds, it will give you a nutty taste and a hint of crunch in a bite. It is best used to give taste and texture to your condiments or garnishes of Asian dishes. It also works well for breads, chicken, seafood, and noodle dishes.

4. Deiss PRO Zester

Asian Lemon Chicken

No more fussing over your Asian lemon chicken preparation since this utensil comes in handy for your lemon zest and grated ginger. Its unique shape with the razor-sharp stainless steel blade makes you have more force to push when zesting or grating. With an anti-slip handle, it is comfortable to use with just a simple zip across your ingredients.



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