Sesame Chicken Drummettes
Succulent and irresistibly crispy, Sesame Chicken Drummettes are the ultimate crowd-pleasing appetizer, perfect for game days, parties, or casual family dinners. This recipe combines fried chicken drummettes coated in a golden, crunch-packed crust with a glossy, flavorful sesame-infused Asian-style sauce made from soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and aromatic garlic. Finished with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds and bright green onions, these drummettes deliver a mouthwatering balance of sweet, savory, and umami notes in every bite. Easy to prepare and ready in under an hour, these crispy bites are best served hot and fresh, making them ideal for satisfying cravings or impressing guests. Don't forget, the combination of crunchy texture and bold sesame flavors will leave everyone asking for more!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Chicken drummettes
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup Cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground ginger
- 2 Eggs
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 3 cups Vegetable oil
- 0.33 cup Soy sauce
- 0.25 cup Honey
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Cornstarch (slurry)
- 2 teaspoons Cold water (slurry)
- 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds
- 2 Green onions, sliced
Instructions
In a large bowl, mix the flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and ground ginger.
In a separate bowl, beat the eggs with the water.
Pat the chicken drummettes dry with paper towels. Dip each drummette into the egg mixture, then dredge in the flour mixture, ensuring it is fully coated. Repeat until all the drummettes are coated.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large, deep skillet or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat to 350°F (175°C).
Fry the drummettes in batches, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes per batch. Remove and place on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, brown sugar, sesame oil, and minced garlic. Stir and bring to a simmer.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and cold water to create a slurry. Add the slurry to the sauce and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens.
Place the fried drummettes in a large mixing bowl. Pour the sesame sauce over the drummettes and toss to coat evenly.
Sprinkle the sesame seeds and sliced green onions over the drummettes as a garnish.
Serve immediately while hot, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
8606 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 802.8 g | 1029% | |
| Saturated Fat | 136.3 g | 682% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 413.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1134 mg | 378% | |
| Sodium | 6318 mg | 275% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 204.9 g | 75% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.8 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 68.2 g | ||
| Protein | 203.2 g | 406% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 275 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 19.3 mg | 107% | |
| Potassium | 2693 mg | 57% | |
*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.
