Cooking Instructions:
Begin by preparing the chicken. In a large bowl, toss the chicken pieces with cornstarch and flour until they're evenly coated. This will give the chicken a nice crispy texture when fried.
In another bowl, beat the eggs and set aside. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Dip each piece of coated chicken into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off, then carefully place them in the hot oil. Fry the chicken in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the oil and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the minced garlic and grated ginger. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, then stir in the soy sauce, honey, and sesame oil. Cook for an additional minute until the sauce is heated through.
Add the fried chicken back into the skillet and toss to coat the chicken evenly with the sauce. Cook for another minute to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve the sesame chicken over rice or noodles, and garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.
When cooking sesame chicken, it's important to keep an eye on the frying oil temperature. If the oil is too hot, the chicken will burn on the outside while remaining raw on the inside. Conversely, if the oil is too cool, the chicken will absorb more oil and become greasy.
Use a thermometer if possible, and maintain the oil temperature around 350°F (175°C) for best results. Enjoy your homemade sesame chicken!