BETTER THAN TAKEOUT - Orange Chicken Recipe
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Today we are making a well-known American Chinese food - orange chicken. It is not traditional, but the technique of making fried chicken and coat it with a sweet and sour sauce is commonly used in many many Chinese recipes such as sweet and sour pork, fish, shrimp, and tofu. In this video, I am going to show you how to achieve that crispy outside, tender inside consistency, and a perfectly balanced sweet and sour sauce so you can make sweet and sour anything.
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INGREDIENTS
- 300 grams of chicken breast, slice it into 1/4 of an inch pieces
- 1/2 tsp of salt
- Black pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp of orange juice
- 100 grams of cornstarch
- 2 medium size eggs
- Enough frying oil
- 2 tsp of cooking oil
- 1 tsp of ginger
- 1 tbsp of garlic
- Few shakes of red pepper flake [Amazon Link: geni.us/WKwGJC]
- 1/4 cup of Orange juice
- 3.5 tbsp of light soy sauce [Amazon Link: geni.us/MGHf]
- 1/4 cup of brown sugar [Amazon Link: geni.us/yYRF]
- 1 tbsp of honey for the taste [Amazon Link: geni.us/YIeL]
- 1.5 tsp of orange zest
- 3 tbsp of vinegar
- Cornstarch water(1.5 tbsp of water + 1 tbsp and 1 tsp of cornstarch)
- Some diced scallion and red pepper flake for garnish
INSTRUCTION
- Cut the chicken breast in half. Angle your knife to 45 degrees and slice the chicken into 1/4 of an inch thick pieces. Marinade it with 1/2 tsp of salt, a little bit black pepper to taste, and 2 tbsp of freshly squeezed orange juice. The acid in the fruit can tenderize the meat and this amount of liquid will keep the chicken moist. Just mix everything until the chicken absorbed all the liquid. Cover it and Let it sit in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
- Next, let’s make a batter. Crack 2 eggs, beat them well. Mix it with 100 grams of cornstarch. Use a fork stir it continually. The cornstarch might clump up at the beginning. Just keep mixing it and you will get a really smooth, shiny looking batter.
- Coat the chicken with the batter.
- Heat the oil to 360 degrees F. If you don’t have a thermometer, you can test it by dropping a little bit batter. If you see it bubbles a lot and floats to the top, that means you are good to go. Fry the chicken for 3-5 minutes or until the surface is getting hard. Doesn’t need to be golden brown. Take out the chicken and let it rest for 10 minutes and we gonna double fry it.
- This time, heat the oil to 390 degrees F. You can add all the chicken in once because they will not stick to each other anymore. Double frying is the key to make sure all your chicken pieces come out crispy. Keep stirring until you get a light golden color.
- Set it aside and we will make the sauce. Heat up your wok. Add a little bit oil, some minced ginger, garlic, and few shakes of chili powder. Stir until fragrant then pour in 1/4 cup of orange juice, 3.5 tbsp of light soy sauce, 1/4 cup of brown sugar and 1.5 tsp of orange zest. Stir to melt the sugar. I like to add 1 tbsp of honey, just for the honey flavor, it is optional and also depends on your taste. Then pour in 3 tbsp of white vinegar. The reason we add it now is that we can drop down the temperature of the liquid and you can add in the cornstarch water. If you add it while the liquid is boiling hot, it will clump up easily. Keep cooking it on medium-low heat. Make sure you taste the sauce to find a perfect balance between the sweetness, sourness, and saltiness. I made this many times and I know this is perfect for me. In about 2 minutes you should reach a consistency that is a bit thicker than syrup texture. If the sauce is too thin, the chicken will lose the crunchiness when you mix everything.
- Turn off the heat and dump all the chicken in. Quickly stir and make sure all the pieces are coated well. Take them out. Top some green onion, few shakes of red chili powder and you can serve.
Пікірлер: 2 600
The orange I used in this video (1:26) looks green but it is TRULY AN ORANGE, A SWEET ONE. When I make this video, I was in Ecuador. Green skin orange is normal in Ecuador. A lot of people ask me if they can use lime or lemon in this recipe since the orange is green? The answer is yes but you will have to adjust the sugar amount so it fits your taste.
@janainarogerio1030
5 жыл бұрын
I've just cooked it! I loved it!!! I used fresh chill, instead of the flakes you suggested. Husband also gave you thumbs up! Thanks and hugs from Brazil!
@ben-vf
5 жыл бұрын
What da heck you doing in Ecuador??
@earumamaadu
5 жыл бұрын
Nice
@_NeKoChAnP
5 жыл бұрын
I 💖 your channel!!! 😊
@googo151
5 жыл бұрын
Really? Ecuador? wow, I love it and love that. Green orange. I will look it up. Thanks for the reply. Do you live in the states? You're English is great. Also, thanks for taking the time to make these videos. It's hard work.
I’ve made this twice. There is no better orange chicken recipe on the internet. This young lady KNOWS HER STUFF!
@ginat.8064
3 жыл бұрын
How many servings do you get from this recipe?
@nadiagouza8196
3 жыл бұрын
@@ginat.8064 around 4-5
@kuboss007
3 жыл бұрын
Did you use honey?
@zsavage1820
3 жыл бұрын
butt kisser....lol try one of the originals kzread.info/dash/bejne/Z4eVm9CSe8y_l5M.html
@tomblack6972
2 жыл бұрын
Yes, and she explains it well
I’ve made this recipe like 1 million times and still come back to it just as a r Terence when I make my orange chicken !! Love you lady ! Keep it up ! I know my family love this !
@Tooroontoo
3 жыл бұрын
I’m going to try this tonight!
@ginat.8064
3 жыл бұрын
How many servings is is recipe for? Really want to try this!
@pep_z780
3 жыл бұрын
I read that someone said it tasted too strong of orange, would you agree? I want to make this next week, wanna know if I should add less orange (although I don’t see that happening, it doesn’t seem like much orange plus it is orange chicken)
@Tooroontoo
3 жыл бұрын
@@pep_z780 it taste good , just the right amount of orange
@pep_z780
3 жыл бұрын
@@Tooroontoo I actually ended up agreeing with them, I was surprised because I still don’t think the recipe has a lot of orange in it and I have such a bad sweet tooth, but it was way too sweet for me and the orange was overpowering in a way I didn’t enjoy. Which I also don’t get because I love oranges. I think if I make this again, I’ll cut back on some of the orange or sugar. Thank you for getting back to me though!
Hello from Greece......I just made the orange chicken and it was THE BEST CHICKEN I EVER ATE!!!!!! It was ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC!!!! I could feel an EXPLOSION of orange taste in my mouth!!!!!! Just PERFECT
I made this tonight. My husband said it was the best orange chicken he'd ever had. I said I wish I never started making these recipes because it spoiled me. I love the flavor so much more than my favorite Chinese restaurant! 💖
@johndory4331
4 жыл бұрын
He lied... 😂😂😂😂
@San-vv9uv
4 жыл бұрын
@@johndory4331 I've tried some of this channel's recipes and gotten the same reaction! They really are that good, don't be afraid to try em. :)
@PoeLemic
3 жыл бұрын
Dawn ... Yeah, I'm cooking at home now throughout this Pandemic. And, now, sadly, I'll probably cook at home more from now on, because I've learned so much.
@johnmackintosh3952
3 жыл бұрын
He tried to get into your knickers for the first time
@enriquedossantos3283
2 жыл бұрын
thats the problem of proper cooking, you cant go out no more, i broken pizza, fried chicken, hot dogs, burgers, chinese food, italian food, and arab food, we go out to eat and is always the same response, it was "good" but not as good as in home
Omg I tried this recipe, I had know idea it would be so good! My family loved it and We were sad when we ran out! Thank you so much for posting this.
@calebnascimento5373
3 жыл бұрын
Nice
@janaprocella8268
3 жыл бұрын
I've got honey barbecue sauce. Can that be substituted for plain honey... Lol
@pep_z780
3 жыл бұрын
@@janaprocella8268 I would just leave it out haha she said it was optional anyways, she just likes the taste of honey. I’m sure it would still taste good with it though, what is bbq, just ketchup vinegar molasses and that one has honey, none of that sounds too bad in addition of this recipe but it might change it up too much lol
You are absolutely one of the best cook tutor. Straight to the point .
We tried making this tonight for my birthday and it was PERFECT!!! The chicken inside was so soft while the outside breading had such a great light crunch. The balance of the flavors was just right. I ate way too much but it was worth it. If you like orange chicken try this out! Thank you soupedup for posting this and explaining it so well!
A quick egg and cornstarch batter, what a great idea! I always learn so much from your wonderful videos!
@oksills
4 жыл бұрын
I’ve seen anyone use this batter! I can’t wait to try it; it is brilliantly delicious!
You are the perfect teacher of Chinese cuisine! And you make me smile!😊You're a lovely young lady!❤🌸
@nesianhoney94
3 жыл бұрын
Agree🌸
I love how she presents and her step by step and she calm and collective I love her 🤗👌
I’ve made this chicken multiple times, this is the most delicious orange chicken I’ve ever tasted, it’s definitely better than take out. Thank you so much for sharing.
Waiter: How would you like your chicken? Me: Shiny, please
@ndnpride3972
3 жыл бұрын
OH, WHAT?? ......Waiter, Make It Dull & Grungy....
@grantyism
3 жыл бұрын
@Bob trust me i want that glossy look😍😍
@elektronzer3809
2 жыл бұрын
Wow your fucking funny
@dalemartin7886
2 жыл бұрын
elektron Zer *you're
I'm so excited that you're uploading this recipe. I love them orange chicken better than the sweet and sour sometimes. Thanks girl, your recipes are easy to follow and they're delicious as heck lol
@nobody3479
4 жыл бұрын
Hi!
I made this tonight for my wife and our company and, even though I messed up the sauce a bit which resulted in the chicken losing its crispiness, everyone said that it was honestly the best orange chicken they had ever had!! Thank you SO much for all your recipes and your videos!
With recipes like this, no wonder you have over a Million subscribers! This looks amazingly delicious!! Thank you for sharing.
Tried making it yesterday and cause I'm still an amateur I messed up a few things, like not heating the oil up to the right temp and frying the coating too hard or slightly burning the garlic, yet despite these flaws the food tasted amazing! I paired the chicken with stir-fried noodles instead of rice, and since I had a bit of leftover sauce I added it to the noodles as well. Was fantastic! Thank you for this recipe :)
@lol-vx3uf
4 жыл бұрын
@Bobert Wiltshire 😄😄
@suncookrocks
4 жыл бұрын
@Bobert Wiltshire A little reading comprehension will go a long way here. He said he's an amateur. Beginners make mistakes, just like you did the first time you slept with your neighbors cat. Tell your mom not to drink during pregnancy, dunce.
@valerieneal2747
4 жыл бұрын
@@suncookrocks 👐👏
@urbaniteurbanizer1612
4 жыл бұрын
@@suncookrocks 😀😀😀
@melonbread6393
3 жыл бұрын
@Bobert Wiltshire No need to be rude,acting like you never make a mistake before. You definitely need to get your ass beat.
Just made this dish for a family dinner, my daughter in law, who has been working in restaurants for 15years, said it tasted like a top tier restaurant dish. Thanks for sharing this recipe, looking forward to making others that you share.
@QNY96
4 жыл бұрын
Wayne Sleme she lied to u
@P888JAC
3 жыл бұрын
@DW Your a putz honestly 🤓🤓
You have THE most adorable speaking voice! Not only do I know how to make a great orange sauce, but you've also lifted my mood :)
This was AMAZING! I have tried so many recipes for Orange chicken and my family has not preferred any of them until now! I made your recipe tonight and it’s completely gone and they want it as a monthly dish. Thank you so much for sharing this recipe. My family and I enjoyed it so very much.
@Caroline-el8yw
2 жыл бұрын
Do you know if her recipe is only for serving two people? Because I have a family of 6 and they would love for me to make this.
As always, I appreciate not only your recipes, but also the way you present them. Thank you!!!
I absolutely love making this! My family can’t get enough of it and I often make egg rolls and the fried rice you taught us to make with it too.
This looks SO good! Your directions are so simple to follow. I really appreciate that!
What a happy chef! Great video and kudos for not just providing a recipe, but adding technique for us followers
If you follow the recipe like she says, it tastes just like ORANGE CHICKEN FROM PANDA EXPRESS! It’s superrrrr delicious. I made it about a week ago and I was shocked because it tasted just like Panda Express. However tonight I tried making it again but I was missing some corn starch so I had to substitute with flour and it no longer tastes just as good, the crunch is missing! SOOOOO if you’re gonna make this...make it exactly how she says! You won’t regret it. I will keep using this recipe for anytime I’m craving panda express orange chicken.
@janaprocella8268
3 жыл бұрын
A problem is when hunger hits you you don't want to have to stop and cook anything you just want to buzz through the drive-thru at Panda Express am I right..?
@Princessslayer00
2 жыл бұрын
@@janaprocella8268 facts. That's why you cook things like rice and beans and just have them there til your ready
@Princessslayer00
2 жыл бұрын
Super derishcious
I haven’t ever tasted this from any Chinese restaurant but I made this with chicken thighs! I could 🗣 NOT BELIEVE HOW JUICY & TASTY this chicken is! My husband loves it!
SOMETHING about watching (and hearing!) Mandy eat makes me RUN to my kitchen to get started... EVERY dang time she does it!
You can hear that crunch
I just binge-watched a bunch of Mandy’s videos tonight! They’re so addicting & inspiring.
This is the MOST delicious chicken I have ever made. Words cannot describe how amazing it came out. Thank you so much! Went into my favorites inbox immediately!
I haven't tried your recipe YET, but I really appreciate how clear you are with you instructions. I look forward to trying it! THANKS
Looks yummy... And she's so polite and concise!
I made this today. I didn't measure the ingredients but my family loved it. It truely is better than takeout. Thank you for sharing your cooking expertise!
Every time I want to make orange chicken, I go through tens of different recipe and then always land back on this one. Finally added it to my favorites so I save myself some time next time! Really great, simple recipe and so delicious. Thanks!
You are adorable and I have used your recipes! I ordered your wok on amazon to add to my other wok collection. Your cooking instructions are a delight to watch! Thank you for bringing joy to many and making these dishes a doable event for everybody!
You are by far one of my favorite YT cooks. Love your easy going bubbly style.
I made this chicken for the second time. And I have to admit, this is the best recipe to use. Very simple yet the results are terrific. The orange zest and fresh juice really make a difference. I also did the Mongolian beef ( healthy version ) and it also was fantastic. Thanks for sharing these great recipes. 👍
My husband and I made this today it was to die for!!! Thank you so much!
Thank youuuu! This is the ONLY video I could find with measurements! Every other video just says the ingredients but no measurements. Thanks again!
I ADORE this sweet lady and her accent!!! The food and directions are PERFECT 😘😘😘
@freedomforever1962
3 жыл бұрын
👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🌺🙌🏼🍃 agree💖
I love your very clear & detailed instruction technique! (Your joyful & bubbly personality doesn't hurt either!🤗) This recipe looks amazing, will definitely try it soon!!!
She's fantastic! Perfectly concise and the chicken looks amazing.
Just started watching your videos. Love going back and watching the older ones! I’ll be making this tonight!
Just made this for the first time for my family and they loved it! Thank you for the amazing recipe and keep up the great work!
I watched one video and I immediately subscribed. I never ever do that. As a chef it is obvious you know what you’re doing and I respect that. I can’t wait to learn everything you have to offer
Perhaps one of the best meals I've ever made. And all I did was follow the directions. Thank you thank you!!! Clear, concise, and utterly scrumptious.
I love the simplicity of your recipes along with your clear instructions. And, I adore your accent! So pleasant to listen to. Keep up the great "Better than Takeout" blog!
That crunchy sound at the end!!! Like!!!
Easy to follow recipes, she's a delight in her videos, I cant wait to make this! Instantly a fan here and subscribing.
I cannot wait to give this a try. I’ve followed many other videos, and although they all came out delicious. I’ve been trying to achieve that outer crunchy, thick texture. Thank you!
You do a very good job of showing your recipe and speaking well. This sounds so good!
I'm so glad I found you... My cooking has really improved... THANKS!
This recipe is amazing!!! First time it came out better than any orange chicken I have ever had. Made a double batch, everyone went back for seconds. It was light, crispy, and full of so much flavor it surprised me. Thank you so much for putting this recipe together and sharing it w us!! I will be making more of your dishes!
Just found your channel. Love it!! I have been searching for a good channel to find Chinese food recipes that have been simplified for Americans or Canadians to make at home. Thanks so much. Subscribed!
Every time you upload a video I immediately watch it. Love your videos!
Was hoping you would do this, love your mellow instruction! Thanks for this will definitely try.
Wow! This dish is delicious! I made it tonight and everyone absolutely loved it!!! Thank you for sharing such great recipes!
I used it and it came out perfectly, it’s a staple for me now! Thank you for sharing 💗💗💗
Oh my god this came out so perfect. I share this dish with my friends and they love it. I don’t think I will ever go out and it chinese food outside. You are my hero. I also did the fried rice, and next Saturday I will do the General chicken. Thanks so much for sharing this dishes.
I tried this recipe today and it was delicious‼ Thank you for taking your time out to teach us ❣
Thank you for this fantastic video. I really appreciate the thoroughness of the instruction, and your upbeat personality. I will be making this later tonight. Can't wait to try it!
I will definitely add this to my list of recipes to make. I have tried a few of your recipes already and they are the best. Thank you for sharing!
Have to try soon as I have with most of your recipes! Love them & as always thank you for sharing ❤️❤️❤️
Yummy, tried it with pork loin and the result was excellent. Your teaching skills are A plus
This was excellent! I really enjoy broadening my horizons, but trying to cook Chinese food always felt intimidating. You make it simple and so rewarding.
Thank you for making this video. I made this dish last night and it comes out amazing! The taste was spot on! Thank you!
Wow!! Great video. I’m going to make this for my wife tomorrow. I’m really excited for how it comes out. Thanks for sharing.
just made this, turned out really great! highly recommend! thanks for sharing!
Thank you for sharing this recipe!!! It definitely is a hit for my family!! I’m so happy!!! It’s so delicious!!!
Thank you so much for this! 😊 I've whipped up this dish for my family thrice now and they just can't get enough. Thank you again and I hope you're having a fantastic day 😁 I'm actually cooking a dish today as well
Thanks for this delicious recipe. I don’t consider myself to be a good cook. I followed your detailed and precise instructions and this dish turned out perfectly. I’ll be making it quite often. Best of luck to you.
I made this recipe tonight and this is seriously SO good. Everyone loved it even our pickiest eater
This and Pasta Grannies are my favorite channels. I learn so much about Chinese cooking! I know how to make good Italian noodles and I am learning Chinese technique.
A M A Z I N G i just made it and all my family LOVES it! Thank you so much for the recipe!
Your chicken looked delicious 😋 you also gave clear and simple directions, thanks
I just subscribed only simply because you give clear instructions! :)
Making this right. Will update later. Thank you so much for your videos. They’re are so understandable and easy to make…all your recipes. Love your channel and all your recipes. Thank you!!
Absolutely fantastic. I didn’t have to tweak anything. Everything just came out perfect.
I made this right now and let me tell you it’s AMAZING !!! 👍🏻 thank you
I love Chinese food! but I never dared until now , you are awesome! everything I've made from your under your instruction has been perfect thank you . God blessed you with talent! Thank you , I'm Hispanic by the way
You always make my mouth water when you taste the dish at the end! And I love your smile. Thanks....I will try this. I've tried quite a few of your dishes and I'm obsessed with your channel!
I've made this twice and it has come out great both times. Thanks so much for the video!
Just made this for lunch and it is incredible! Thank you for the recipe!! I will be trying more of your recipes soon! Yum!
Wow something different, I have tried this recipe but without the orange juice and certainly will try out with the orange juice... thanks 👍👌😋
Omg bless your soul! I'm so excited to try this recipe and gorge my face. Looks amazing!!!
You certainly thought me! I followed just one of your recipes - and I have made a lot of different delicious dishes that are now household stables! 😄 thanks and loads of love from Denmark ❤️
I made this without a lot of expectations because recipes generally don’t turn out as well as you think they will, even the seemingly easy ones, and I’d tried one other orange chicken recipe without success. Honestly, I was so shocked at how authentic and good it looked that I immediately took a picture of it when I’d plated it. It was perfectly cooked though I have to say my version was a little too salty because I used regular soy sauce instead of light. I tried to adjust it by only adding 2.5 TB of regular soy sauce, but it was still on the salty side. Even so, the family enjoyed it, and I was overjoyed. Will make it again either with the light soy sauce or with a smaller amount of the regular one. I highly recommend this recipe. I actually made mine without the orange zest and, not realizing you needed a whole orange eventually, we ate the remaining half of the orange after using the first half for the marinade 😅. I didn’t have another one in the fridge, so I used some old tangerines for the sauce portion, and it still turned out just fine. Thank you. I’m always encouraged when something goes right.
@PoeLemic
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for telling us about the Light Soy Sauce. I made a note in my wife's recipe that she is planning to cook.
@toothless3835
3 жыл бұрын
If you're using regular soy sauce (neither the low sodium or the light) don't add salt. At least that's how I adjust it. You can also add water to your soy if you need more liquid.
@mayurpoojary6603
3 жыл бұрын
@@toothless3835 so how much soy sauce do you recommend adding, cause I don't have light soy sauce and I don't want to buy it for one dish and I really wanna try this recipe out
I made it last night and it was DELICIOUS! Th chicken was light and crispy throughout the whole meal!
Honestly BEST recipee there is!! Ive tried other ones, but as soon as I discovered this one I always come back to this 😍
I already made this a few times and my kids absolutely love it . Thank you!!
Much better than takeout definitely. Looks great Mandy. Thank you so much!
Omg I made this last night 🤤🤤 it was delicious!!! Thank you for the recipe!!
I have made this quite a few times. It’s amazing every time! I adore you and your directions!! I’ve also tried the sesame chicken. AMAZING as well. I will be trying more of your recipes. Thank you for your recipes and allowing us to make this at home. ❤️
This girl is the best she guided me through a few receipes EXCELLENT RESULTS
Made this today. After the first bite I thought I really should ask this young lady to marry me but I am old enough to be your grandfather. My wife is not amused!🤣 Thank you very much for all the videos. While recovering from a major illness I have watched most of them. I appreciate the time and effort it takes to make these videos. Thank you.
@Dr.Pepper001
5 жыл бұрын
Hey, I'm 72 and I SAW HER FIRST!!!
@cocob6849
5 жыл бұрын
Cute!! 😊
@pamgomez1763
5 жыл бұрын
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@roxannenelson129
4 жыл бұрын
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@YehoodToob
4 жыл бұрын
Nobody asked No one to comment...you have a filthy mind and a foul mouth.
This is my go to Orange Chicken recipe , I make it quite often and my husband now thinks it’s better than at the restaurant 🥰🥰 Thank Youuuu !!!
I made this and it was amazing! So flavorful. Thank you for all your great recipes. I have made a few of your others as well.
Love your recipes and your patience to explain too . Thank you !
Wow... this is real. Best on KZread
I made this exactly as you have listed with the exception that I used chicken thigh and drum meat. Hands-down, the best version of orange chicken I've ever had!