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Main course · Chinese

Honey Chilli Crispy Chicken

35 min Serves 4 ~£7.20 (£1.80/serving) Dairy-freeKid-friendly

Ingredients

  • 600 g chicken thigh fillets
  • 5 tbsp cornflour
  • 3 tbsp honey
  • 2 tbsp sriracha sauce
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 2 tbsp light soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 2 tbsp sesame seeds
  • 500 ml vegetable oil
  • 3 spring onions

Method

  1. 1

    Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized chunks. Toss thoroughly in the cornflour to coat each piece well.

  2. 2

    Heat the oil in a deep pan to 180°C. Fry the chicken in batches for 5–6 minutes until deeply golden and cooked through. Drain on kitchen paper.

  3. 3

    Mince the garlic and fry in a little oil in a wok for 30 seconds.

  4. 4

    Add the honey, sriracha, soy sauce and rice vinegar. Stir and bubble for 1–2 minutes until syrupy.

  5. 5

    Toss the crispy chicken in the sauce until every piece is coated.

  6. 6

    Scatter with sesame seeds and sliced spring onions. Serve with rice or chips.

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