Sesame Chicken Drumettes
Crispy, flavorful, and irresistibly sticky, Sesame Chicken Drumettes are the ultimate crowd-pleaser for parties, game days, or any weeknight craving. These golden, fried chicken drumettes boast a perfectly seasoned batter made with a blend of cornstarch, flour, and aromatic spices, providing a crunchy foundation for the star of the show: a glossy, umami-packed sesame sauce. Featuring a balanced medley of soy sauce, honey, garlic, and ginger, the sauce caramelizes beautifully as it coats every juicy bite. Topped with nutty sesame seeds and a sprinkle of fresh green onions, these drumettes are a savory masterpiece bursting with bold flavors. Serve them hot for an appetizer that’s guaranteed to disappear fast.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces Chicken drumettes
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 1 large Egg
- 2 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)
- 2 tablespoons Green onions, sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium-sized bowl, combine the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sesame oil to make the sauce. Set aside.
In a separate large bowl, mix together the cornstarch, flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
Beat the egg in a small bowl, then add it to the dry ingredients and mix until you form a thick batter. If necessary, add 1-2 tablespoons of water to reach the desired consistency.
Pat the chicken drumettes dry with paper towels, then toss them in the batter until fully coated.
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep skillet or frying pan over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
Carefully fry the coated drumettes in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown and fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C).
Remove the drumettes from the oil and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
In a large pan or wok, heat the reserved sauce over medium heat until it starts to bubble. Add the fried drumettes and toss them until evenly coated.
Sprinkle the sesame seeds over the drumettes and toss again for even distribution.
Transfer the sesame chicken drumettes to a serving platter and garnish with sliced green onions.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5992 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 598.2 g | 767% | |
| Saturated Fat | 99.5 g | 497% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 12.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 754 mg | 251% | |
| Sodium | 4856 mg | 211% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 76.5 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.3 g | ||
| Protein | 125.6 g | 251% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 150 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 10.0 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 1645 mg | 35% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
