Lemon Chicken (柠檬鸡) Recipe

Lemon Chicken (柠檬鸡) at glance: A popular dish made with boneless chicken pieces that are battered, deep-fried, and then coated with a tangy lemon sauce. It’s a delicious alternative to sweet and sour pork and is suitable for a halal diet.

Ingredients:

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup cornstarch
• 2 eggs, beaten
• Vegetable oil for frying

Lemon Sauce:

• 1/2 cup lemon juice
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 cup water
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon honey

Instructions:

1. Dredge the chicken slices in cornstarch, dip in beaten eggs, and dredge again in cornstarch.
2. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken slices until golden and crispy, then drain on paper towels.
3. In a saucepan, mix lemon juice, sugar, cornstarch, water, soy sauce, and honey. Cook over medium heat until the sauce thickens.
4. Pour the sauce over the fried chicken and toss to coat evenly.
5. Serve hot with steamed rice and garnish with lemon slices.