Sesame Chicken

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
19%
Sesame Chicken
45 min.
4
413kcal

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This sesame chicken recipe is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. With a mouthwatering combination of flavors and textures, it's a dish that's sure to impress.

The chicken is marinated in a savory blend of soy sauce, cooking wine, cornstarch, and sugar, giving it a delicious flavor and tender texture. It's then stir-fried with garlic, ginger, chili paste, and an assortment of vegetables, including snow peas, bamboo shoots, and water chestnuts. The dish is finished with a sprinkle of scallions, sesame seeds, and a drizzle of sesame oil, adding a delightful crunch and nutty aroma.

One of the best things about this recipe is that it's both gluten-free and dairy-free, making it a great option for those with dietary restrictions. It's also a nutritious choice, packed with protein, vitamins, and minerals. The colorful vegetables add a boost of antioxidants, making it a wholesome and well-balanced meal.

Whether you're looking for a tasty weeknight dinner or a show-stopping dish for a special event, this sesame chicken is sure to be a hit. With its savory-sweet flavors and vibrant ingredients, it's a dish that's both delicious and nutritious. So, why not give it a try and treat yourself to a flavorful and satisfying meal?

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup soya sauce 
  • tablespoons cooking oil chinese
  • teaspoons cornstarch 
  • teaspoon sugar 
  • pound chicken thighs boneless skinless thick sliced
  • tablespoons vegetable oil; peanut oil preferred 
  • tablespoons garlic clove minced
  • tablespoons ginger minced
  • teaspoon chili paste depending on your taste pref 
  • ounces snow peas trimmed
  • ounce bamboo skewers drained canned
  • ounces water chestnuts halved
  •  spring onion thinly sliced
  • tablespoons sesame seed toasted
  • teaspoons sesame oil 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • wok

Directions

  1. In a bowl, combine soy sauce, cooking wine, cornstarch, and sugar. Stir in chicken and marinate for 15 minutes.
  2. Place wok over high heat. When wok smokes, add peanut oil. When oil shimmers, add garlic and ginger and cook for 10 seconds.
  3. Remove chicken from marinade. Reserve marinade and add chicken to wok. Cook, stirring occasionally, until chicken is browned in places and just cooked through, about 3 minutes.
  4. Stir in chili paste and snow peas and cook 2 minutes more, or until snow peas are shiny and bright green.
  5. Stir in bamboo shoots and water chestnuts and continue cooking until they are heated through, about one minute.
  6. Remove from heat, stir in scallions, sesame seeds, and sesame oil and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories413kcal
Protein26.54%
Fat51.57%
Carbs21.89%

Properties

Glycemic Index
57.27
Glycemic Load
1.97
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
22.682608853216%

Flavonoids

Kaempferol
0.13mg
Myricetin
0.06mg
Quercetin
1.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:412.92kcal
20.65%
Fat:24.09g
37.06%
Saturated Fat:3.67g
22.91%
Carbohydrates:23.01g
7.67%
Net Carbohydrates:17.67g
6.43%
Sugar:6.63g
7.37%
Cholesterol:107.73mg
35.91%
Sodium:926.95mg
40.3%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Protein:27.89g
55.79%
Vitamin B6:0.93mg
46.47%
Selenium:29.71µg
42.44%
Vitamin B3:7.95mg
39.76%
Vitamin C:30.59mg
37.08%
Vitamin K:38.12µg
36.3%
Phosphorus:333.79mg
33.38%
Manganese:0.61mg
30.6%
Copper:0.54mg
27.21%
Vitamin E:3.6mg
24.01%
Iron:4.2mg
23.34%
Fiber:5.34g
21.35%
Zinc:3.17mg
21.1%
Vitamin B5:1.95mg
19.52%
Vitamin B2:0.32mg
18.93%
Magnesium:74.44mg
18.61%
Potassium:631.46mg
18.04%
Vitamin B1:0.26mg
17.41%
Vitamin B12:0.73µg
12.1%
Vitamin A:589.94IU
11.8%
Calcium:112.39mg
11.24%
Folate:44.02µg
11.01%