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Chinese Chicken in Lemon Sauce

Chinese Chicken in Lemon Sauce served in a wooden bowl with chopsticks. Lemon wheel as garnish
Chinese Chicken in Lemon Sauce served in a wooden bowl with chopsticks. Lemon wheel as garnish
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Chinese Chicken in Lemon Sauce served in a wooden bowl with chopsticks. Lemon wheel as garnish
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Chinese Chicken in Lemon Sauce

Indulge in the delightful fusion of tastes with this delectable recipe for British Chinese Chicken in Lemon Sauce. You'll skillfully cook tender chicken pieces to perfection and coat them with a tangy lemon sauce that will tempt your taste buds. The succulent chicken is infused with the vibrant citrusy notes of lemon, creating a harmonious balance of flavours that will enchant your palate. Get ready to be captivated by the vibrant colours and enticing aromas as you bring this British Chinese chicken dish to life on your very own dinner table
Course Main Course
Cuisine British, British Chinese, Chinese
Keyword british chinese, chicken, chinese, lemon, sesame, sherry, sugar
Prep Time 34 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings 4 people
Calories 342kcal

Ingredients

  • 340 grams chicken breast cut into 1” slices
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp sherry dry
  • ½ tbsp soy sauce light
  • 2 tbsp cornflour
  • 4 tbsp chicken stock
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1 pinch black pepper freshly ground
  • 3 tbsp flour plain
  • 1 pint vegetable oil
  • 3 tbsp sugar
  • 3 tbsp lemon juice or 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • slices of lemon to garnish

Instructions

  • Combine the chicken with half of the salt, sherry, soy sauce, cornflour, 1 tbsp chicken stock, egg yolk, and pepper to marinate for 10 minutes
  • Coat the chicken in plain flour
  • Heat the oil in a wok until a cube of bread browns in 30 seconds
  • Deep fry the chicken for about 1 minute until it turns golden brown
  • Remove the chicken from the oil and drain it
  • Pour off the excess oil from the wok, leaving about a tablespoon
  • Add the sugar, lemon juice, sesame oil, remaining salt, and the cornflour blended with chicken stock to the wok
  • Stir the mixture until it thickens
  • Pour the sauce over the chicken and garnish it with slices of lemon and/or strips of lemon rind

Nutrition

Calories: 342kcal