Sweet and Spicy Chicken Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 cup all purpose flour
• ½ cup cornstarch
• 2 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 cup water (chilled)
• 2 whole egg whites
• 2 tbsp oil (canola)
• 1 lb. chicken tenderloins (cubed)
• canola oil (to deep fry)
• 1 tbsp oil (sesame or vegetable)
• 1 tsp garlic (minced)
• ¾ cup sweet chili sauce (any brand)
• ½ tsp crushed red pepper (more or less)
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds (toasted)
• 2 tbsp green onion (chopped)

Steps

1. 1

   In a medium bowl mix the ingredients to create tempura batter; flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, water, egg whites and oil until smooth.

2. 2

   Add the chicken cubes and coat them well in the batter.

3. 3

   Deep fry the chicken cubes until crisp and golden for 4-5 minutes.

4. 4

   Heat a medium pan, add oil and garlic. Saute for 2 minutes.

5. 5

   Add the chicken back to the pan, add sweet chili sauce, red pepper and toss the chicken until coated.

6. 6

   Finally sprinkle some sesame seeds and green onions, toss and serve while it is still warm.