4 small skinless chicken breast fillets
1 tsp sesame oil
1 tbsp dry sherry
1 egg white, lightly beaten
2 tbsp cornstarch
1 tbsp vegetable oil
salt and ground white pepper
chopped cilantro leaves & scallions and lemon wedges, to garnish
For the sauce
3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
2 tbsp lime cordial
3 tbsp sugar
2 tsp cornstarch
6 tbsp cold water
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Arrange the chicken breast fillets in a single layer in a shallow bowl. Mix the sesame oil with the sherry and add 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Pour over the chicken, cover and marinate for 15 minutes. |
2. |
Mix together the egg white and cornstarch. Add the mixture to the chicken and turn the chicken with tongs until thoroughly coated. Heat the vegetable oil in a nonstick frying pan or wok and fry the chicken fillets for about 15 minutes, until the fillets are golden brown on both sides. |
3. |
Meanwhile, make the sauce. Combine all the ingredients in a small pan. Add 1/4 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil over low heat, stirring constantly until the sauce is smooth and has thickened slightly. |
4. |
Cut the chicken into pieces and arrange on a warm serving plate. Pour the sauce on top, garnish with the cilantro leaves, scallions and lemon wedges and serve. |
Source: "The Asian Kitchen" by Lilian Wu published by Barns & Noble Books
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