THE BEST CHINESE SESAME CHICKEN
INGREDIENTS
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For the Marinade:
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1 egg white
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2 tablespoons dark soy sauce
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2 tablespoons Shaoxing wine (see note above)
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2 tablespoons 80-proof vodka
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1/4 teaspoon baking soda
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3 tablespoons corn starch
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1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1/2- to 3/4-inch chunks (see note above)
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For the Dry Coating:
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1/2 cup flour
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1/2 cup cornstarch
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1/2 teaspoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
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For the Sauce:
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3 tablespoons dark soy sauce
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2 tablespoons Shaoxing wine (see note above)
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2 tablespoons Chinese rice vinegar or distilled white vinegar
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3 tablespoons homemade or store-bought low-sodium chicken stock
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5 tablespoons sugar
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2 teaspoons roasted sesame seed oil
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1 tablespoon corn starch
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2 teaspoons peanut, vegetable, or canola oil
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2 teaspoons minced garlic (about 2 medium cloves)
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2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger (about one 1-inch piece)
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2 teaspoons minced scallion bottoms (about 1 scallion)
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2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
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To Finish:
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2 quarts of peanut, canola, or vegetable oil for deep frying
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Steamed white rice and steamed broccoli for serving
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