BETTER THAN TAKEOUT - Sesame Chicken Recipe

[@leliks8067]

This girl’s channel saved me during the pandemic! All Chinese places got closed and I’m addicted to certain foods!!! So got myself wok from amazon and made my real own Chinese recipe dishes that I love! Thanks, girl!😘🌺❤️

[@marinazagrai1623]

Lelik...I did the same with Indian food. The best restaurant portioned the buffet so much that I decided never to return (I started making many recipes that my husband likes a lot). In 2022 that restaurant decided to stop take out altogether!

[@suzanne4504]

Her name is Mandy. She is wonderful!

[@stephenruth5948]

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[@C5C6L4L5]

Omg let's make a movie about it!

[@jjhfcf_metal6259]

Your setting and presentation has improved throughout the years. You should be very proud! Great recipe! 👏

[@mariap4828]

I look at the stuff from 4 years ago. Two years before I saw her channel, and what a progression is right! But she kept her peppy attitude and smile! 😊

[@DJFrizzBizz]

I agree Mandy. You should be very proud of yourself.

[@JustAnotherCFA]

A New Follower : Your TIPs at 2:00 about Starch / Flour Selections are great ! More important, though, your TIP at 3:30 about spraying and whisking the Starch / Flour 5 times is new to me and is a wonderful idea ! Thank You So Much !!

[@KSGomez88]

My sesame chicken prayer has been answered!! Thank you Mandy!!!!!

[@4ll1d0155m0k3w33d]

This recipe was absolutely TO DIE FOR! I just ate a piece leftover, cold from the fridge, and it was still crunchy! You are a queen!

[@special7295]

Peace and Blessings to you and your family; 😊 beautiful ~ I want to thank you for sharing your recipe, which was amazing and delicious. This recipe was easy to follow, and I didn't add or change anything ~ Next time; I will double everything and keep it in the freezer as directed for a quick dinner~ You have a beautiful spirit, and I enjoyed watching your video~ Blessings to you always and keep the cooking videos coming 😊😊🫶🏾🫶🏾(@special7475)

[@sunflowerbaby1853]

I just love the tips of shaking the chicken in the starch and removing the excess with a slotted spoon. Brilliant. And a big yes to chicken breasts!!

[@mezenman]

I raise my own chicken. Each breast is 1+ pound when I harvest them.

[@eileenberry8877]

You are the best instructor for Chinese food on the internet!!! Thank you so much for your videos!!!

[@margokupelian344]

I agree. I was going to say the same thing. Mandy sounds like a college professor. So clear, so pronounced. She’s lovely!

[@Jeddybear99]

Ive been subscribed for awhile now, and Mandy still has the best Chinese take out recipes on all of the internet. I've tried others, but hers really are the best. Thanks so much Mandy!

[@iabbervocium]

This looks so easy and delicious. I've been enjoying trying all your recipes lately, you explain concepts in a way that demystifies Chinese cuisine and I feel like it sets me up for success. So glad I found your channel. My fridge is full of Chinese ingredients now 🥰

[@Kaitou1412Fangirl]

I've made this three times as of writing this, and it's been absolutely delicious every time. Sesame chicken is my go-to takeout order, and I love being able to make it at home whenever I crave Asian food (which is often).

[@Taco.Bell.regrets.at.midnight]

I love how it’s acknowledged that this is a westernized version of authentic Chinese food, but still made and loved anyway. Meanwhile Italians refuse to acknowledge Italian-American food and constantly insult the way we do things. 😩 I love following your recipes and I can’t wait to try this 💕

[@Sssilentlaugh]

Same with tex mex

[@renemejias1842]

For real. Chinese people not gatekeeping like the Italians lol. They even appreciate the western take. As long as it's delicious who cares 😅

[@karimcheese7257]

I want to thank you so much for this video. Anytime I watch anything about making sesame chicken or general's chicken, nobody ever says use potato starch. It really made a difference for me, that and the double frying

[@missdaniiP]

Cooked this for dinner tonight. I questioned the amount of sauce from your recipe but once I have mixed everything, you are right! IT IS THE PERFECT AMOUNT 🥰 I used chicken thighs, potato starch and also added fried vermicelli noodles. DELICIOUS! I bought your wok 3 years ago and its still going strong! I love it :)

[@kalamaridreams]

Im literally eating it right now and its the best recipe I’ve found by far. Good chicken!

[@Scottjf8]

I have her wok, I've used it regularly for quite a few years (since it first came out) and IT'S AWESOME!! I consider myself a pretty damn good cook, and love her wok. It's great, easy to clean, and a perfect size for making a dinner for my family of 4.

[@kerryf9796]

I got it when it first came out also. I use it at LEAST once a week and love it!

[@johannesisaksson7842]

I might get it :O

[@bonnieweeks8383]

I was thinking about ordering the wok and the clay pot. Thanks for the review.

[@vittoriabakes]

I love the wok as well! It's one of my favorite pans that I own. And the lid is great for steaming and covering foods without drips. I'd definitely recommend it.

[@Ihatecabinetmoths]

Why people on Amazon saying they followed seasoning directions and it flaked off 😳

[@simonholohan1244]

I cooked this last night for the family and it went down a storm. Absolutely delicious. Thanks for sharing

[@hansdampf4055]

I like the dish very much. I would also like to express great praise at this point: Here everything is always explained in great detail and also why things are done the way they are done.

[@lonniejames6674]

Thanks for adding the information about how long the recipe components can be stored in the freezer, as a single person, it is really helpful. The written recipe is sometimes wrong, for instance the recipe says spread bottle while I clearly heard you say spray bottle when clumping the starch. I appreciate your offerings.

[@marcbrown4571]

All I can say is try it and you’ll never look back with egg fried rice it’s a winner for sure made it my weekend treat 🎉🎉🎉

[@GregCurtin45]

I really appreciate the education on different starches. You are an excellent instructor. Thank you for your time and effort put into sharing this with all of us.

[@ryanhie2829]

This turned out fantastic the first time I made. I will be making it again tonight for friends as we gather to watch the Super Bowl. Thank you so much for sharing this video recipe, the techniques and explaining the differences in starches and flour!

[@0wlyssa]

This was AMAZING! I doubled the sauce because we like it extra saucy, but we were SO impressed with the flavor and texture. Definitely making this again.

[@markrush2107]

Every time I watch your videos it drives me into a feeding frenzy! Gotta get in the kitchen and cook. Thanks!

[@lisasweet2430]

I just made it tonight and it was delicious! Even my 2 year old grandson asked for more. Definitely a keeper. Thank you so much.

[@flaJeff08]

Made this last night - absolutely delicious, zero leftovers. The tip of spritzing the corn starch with water for extra crispiness worked perfectly, thanks for the tip and the great recipes.

[@mexijulian0897]

After two years, this recipe has still been a great way to fulfill my expectations, first time I tried it, it came out a little too tangy and sour, but after several times of cooking this recipe, it has surpassed any Chinese takeout. I also bought the wok, which has lasted me a whole 7 months already, it's been a great cooking tool that I've enjoyed using and taking care of. Love and support for this channel and it's great cooking recipes ❤

[@LizzieBoredom9]

This dish is absolutely delicious!! I just made it tonight and will keep this recipe forever! Thank you so much, Mandy. You're a wonderful teacher! 🥰😋❤

[@SakakiHiroshi]

I had all the ingredients this weekend and was really craving a nice crispy fried chicken recipe so we decided to make a batch (double batch, I had twice the amount of chicken than needed). It was SCRUMPTIOUS. Thank you so much for the clear step by step instructions and the delicious recipe! It got it's place in our household's recipe binders!

[@JessicaCamacho12]

My husband and I have started cooking so many Asian dishes! Thanks for the inspiration😊

[@zarc0n]

Mandy, thank you for these recipes. I became sensitive to gluten 9 years ago. So learning to cook and eat again has been difficult. But most of your recipes are gluten-free!! Thank you!🙏🏼🙇🏽‍♂️

[@susieangelo6410]

Oh Mandy, that CRUNCH is music to my ears. Thanks for your Tips and Upgrades to this Awesome Recipe! 💜

[@mjsbitsandpieces2689]

I have done this one numerous times! It is GREAT! I always come back to this video. Thanks!

[@inthekitchencookin]

OMG!! Alright this is now my favorite video of yours.. You’re such a wonderful chef/cook….

[@indhuskitchenandvlogs]

Clear explantion.!Double frying the chicken pieces after sweetpotato flour dabbing are the secrets of crunchyness!Though the processing time is long the final outcome is quite scintillating!love sesame chicken with hot rice.And your final presentation is mouth watering. 😋

[@KathleenAllen-m4l]

I've made this recipe several times and each time it comes out perfect!! It is now a family and friends favourite. Thank-you so much

[@williamfine9769]

hello lady, i just wanted to say i made this a year ago, it's absolutely fenomenal, i make it using this recipe like once a month. i only use less sugar and chicken breast instead of thighs. its one of my favorite recipes ever. thank you.

[@wheng83vlogs83]

I tried this menu i really do the best effort ever... No1 this menu to anywhere i bring my chicken sesame so delicious 😋😋😋 thank u so much

[@USSHammerology]

I love watching your cooking instructions. Thank you.

[@giuseppelogiurato5718]

Spraying the starch with water is ingenious! What a game-changer; I can only find finely-dusted starch at my tiny little local Filipino-Mart, but once I followed this technique of spraying and fluffing the starch, my Chinese-American style deep-frying projects have improved ×100!

[@jeromejackson1029]

I have made this and folks…it’s better than takeout! You’ve got to make this!! Delicious!!!!

[@christopherbaker7005]

Precise recipe that turned out perfectly. She stresses the crispy quality of her technique, and the result really was quite impressive!

[@wahidujjaman0045]

After so many days I found a video that contains all ingredients matched with my mother's kitchen 😊

[@usernamehere94]

Thank you so much for the recipe! Eventually, I'd love to see you make a video on chicken with garlic sauce.

[@Peta-Hazel-thornhill-Bim]

I came back to look at this sesame chicken recipe to prepare and freeze for my grandchildren their parents work a lot and don't have that much time to cook for them. My son's work day ends at 10:00 pm everyday. I am retired now with not much to do but watch videos, read and listen to motivational scriptures on KZbin and classical 96.3fm in Toronto. Touch and hold a clip to pin

[@bettybaraza7834]

I like the way you take out time to explain extensively about every bit of the spices and the cooking process

[@FutureCommentary1]

I hope you give this a try soon. As always... Strong sense of Chef John there for a minute.

[@SoupedUpRecipes]

LOL!

[@patwagner9308]

We made this today. OH my GOSH, is it ever delicious !! And ours looked like Mandy's. That tells me she must be a good teacher & we're fairly good students! It takes quite awhile. And it made quite a mess to clean up. But ! I told my husband "It's worth it ! It's so GOOD !!" Both of us love Sesame Chicken.

[@mariap4828]

All your science and culinary tips is Soo helpful. Great recipe Mandy! I can’t wait to make this.

[@lazypeon9158]

I've been making your recipe since your previous video for sesame chicken came out and it instantly became a family favorite. I'll have to give the new tips a try!

[@annjones3672]

The wok is really good! I love mine. I loved the first Sesame Chicken recipe and this one looks wonderful! Going to have to try it. Thank you, as always for your videos.

[@petersellers9944]

Thanks for the more in-depth techniques. I love these videos!

[@miggsy07]

Just made this and it went down a treat with family!! Better and cheaper than takeaway! Thank you! Will be added to my recipe folder

[@ChuckTravels]

Mandy, I really enjoy your videos and the food is amazing. Thanks for taking the time to explain the origins and historical backgrounds of the meals you make. It adds another dimension to your videos. You definitely know your stuff!!

[@GrizzlyValleyBear]

This recipe is the best I've ever made! Your wok is also the most popular cookware I have. Thank you again my dear!

[@Nikkimommyof4]

Yet another recipe that was broken down into very manageable pieces. Thank so much, I can't wait to try this at home.

[@chica2000ok]

Mandy is a rockstar! She is absolutely the queen of the wok 👑 Everything she makes is explained very well so its easy to remake. Thanks again ❤

[@stuhall2689]

Thank you so much. I purchased my first ever Wok a few days ago then seasoned it and then I followed this video and wow I wish I could post photos here, I’m so excited it tasted amazing 😊

[@johncantlay4404]

Just cooked your Sesame Chicken Recipe and for the first time, i got really crispy chicken and the sauce was lovely, I enjoyed this and will try some more of your fab Recipe's.

[@ethicalatheist1078]

This marinade and coat method is the bomb! Crunchy perfect bits!

[@sarahminden3738]

Thank you, Mandy! Thanks to you, this was the best chicken I ever made. It’s our new favorite. We love your videos. I’m looking forward to more cooking lessons.

[@sureyahussain6007]

What an amazing recipe! Thanks for sharing! I cooked this today for my dinner and it was so delicious! Chicken stayed crispy right through the meal. My family loved it too. Thank you!! 😊

[@SoupedUpRecipes]

Thank you for watching. It makes me happy to know you tried the recipe =)

[@scotsam7590]

I know you'll never see this (and that's okay) but I want to thank you for explaining the recipe so well. I tried it and it came out very good. All the best from the U.K. xo

[@SoupedUpRecipes]

You are so welcome!

[@EKho-ko8tv]

Wow, thanks for explaining. I had no idea there were too many cons of using flour. I'm glad I chose corn starch.

[@akindofmagick]

Love my carbon steel wok - my most frequently used pot/skillet/pan/device!!

[@FutureCommentary1]

I just watched this. And since I was in the kitchen making bread, I went ahead and made the sauce. I'll probably make the whole thing next week-end.

[@rokotte]

i just made this chicken with some noodles and oh my goodness it came out so well and tasted so good! will deffinetely make this again, i'm not a good cook and i usually do only the most easiest foods, but this was so quick to make i'm amazed! thank you so much for sharing this recipe, love your videos ♥

[@emmaciric172]

I made this recipe today and it was amazing. It tasted just like takeout and everyone in my family loved it. I will be making more from you! Thank you!!!!

[@sergeiz.5815]

I followed your noodles recipe and it worked great in your wok first time not sticking awesome thanks 😊👍 I like using the panda express sauces I know it's not authentic but they are gooooood :) appreciate your help 🙂

[@anaraposo0857]

Nice recipe, thank you for sharing Mandy.

[@Natalie-health-wellness]

Oh that looks delicious…. I will definitely make this, usually I love sweet and sour and honey sauces, I love your tips and tricks that you share with us. Thank you

[@MADMATT01271977]

Just made this…I didn’t have the sweet potato starch, so I used corn starch and it turned out wonderfully! Very flavorful and nice and crispy, and not too sweet like the takeout versions! I used chicken breast tenderloins which were very tender. Can’t wait to make it again!

[@priayief]

I loved your suggestions for making things in advance as well as substitutes for things thing I might not be able to find. An excellent video!

[@PoeLemic]

Thank you for re-doing this recipe, @SUR. I really think this is a better version of this recipe, because we tried the other recipe and did find that it could be improved. Mandy -- GREAT JOB !!!

[@SoupedUpRecipes]

You are so welcome!

[@jessicawelch6771]

Thank you for sharing this. Didn't know what I wanted to fix for dinner with my chicken breasts. My family LOVED it!!❤

[@melissahpk1459]

I just made this recipe for dinner tonight and it was absolutely delicious. I used regular corn starch and it fried up nicely and I only fried once until golden brown and it was still super crunchy after I added my sauce. Next time I will double the sauce recipe because I like to pour some over the rice 😊

[@Turtlesalacart]

I just had Sesame Chicken at a local Japanese restaurant yesterday. Your recipe looks Yummy! I will try making it in the near future..Thank you for the inspiring posting. 😋

[@zhenyagoma1933]

You are so great, Mandy! We love to watch your videos! Thank you! 💐💐💐

[@olyman63]

Wow beautiful job looks very delicious and thank you for sharing your tips. Have a great day

[@raniayacoub1770]

Good Morning Mindy, I tried your recipe & it was Fantastic! Thank you so much for sharing, typing Ingredients and having it Easy!

[@4ll1d0155m0k3w33d]

You continue to amaze with your knowledge and grace! Going to use your wok, finally, and make this tonight!

[@sergeiz.5815]

I had generals chicken yesterday my local Chinese restaurant has it ready in 5 minutes so convenient and tasty

[@BoobieMiles45]

Im making this for rhe 2nd time today. First time a made it, i would say it was the best Chinese food ive had as far as normal Chinese restaurants and buffets. My wifevand ibthought it was amazing. Sobwe are making it again with some homemade eggrolls. Definitely Try This Recipe

[@Mrjnascar11]

Oh my what a great recipe/cook! Thank You 🙏

[@r.j.2546]

I love the ideas you give us with your recipes to add more flavors and tips that make these dishes easier to make and cook. Thanks.

[@DeForestRanger]

I realize you posted this almost a year ago, but I was looking through your videos and found the recipe just when I happened to have some chicken thawing out. I made it for dinner last night, and it's fabulous! The cornstarch really does make the chicken crispy!

[@SoupedUpRecipes]

Thank you for trying my recipes. I am glad you and your family enjoyed the food. Hope you continue to watch my videos. Mandy

[@Cosmiccoffeecup]

I'm loving that mesh/cooling basket.

[@twistedgreymatter]

Well, I tried this tonight, and all I can say is Wow! This is a very good recipe! The only thing for me is I like more sauce, so next time, I will double it up. Everything else about this recipe is spot on! The sweet potato starch is a must... it definitely adds the crispy texture. It's definitely worth the effort. It's deee-lish!

[@rosedowling3690]

Thank you soo much for your videos.. I love Asian food but never made it myself.. Now after watching you I am going Wok crazy ...You explain every step soo well, and I really enjoy hearing the history behind these dishes

[@nickstoic2944]

Great recipes thank you. A very appreciated thing you do is enlisting the ingredients and the instructions in show more, helping us not to look further.

[@debramorgenroth7420]

I really enjoy watching you cook. I just ordered your wok! Can't wait to start my Chinese take out cooking. Thanks for being on KZbin

[@syfodiaz4936]

Omg I love you and your channel!

[@jdc6681]

Excellent recipe...made it this evening. It takes a while, but it's definitely worth the effort. One tweak I'll do from now on is increase the sauce by one half, as there wasn't enough to completely coat all the pieces. I don't like it swimming in sauce either, but each piece needs the love.

[@YellowRambler]

You are definitely making me miss my old favourite Chinese restaurant that’s so far away, I like the fact you include substitutions in your recipe, although the closest city has Chinese section with a Chinese super market and now that I have language translator on my phone I might give it another go. I’ll have to check to see if covered Mongolian beef yet.😋

[@Mattamillion-vk2pf]

Thank you so much! I always wanted to know how to make this, so thank you. Man I hardly was able to finish the video, because it made me soooo hungry.

[@dalek6779]

I made it exactly as you taught. It was amazing. Thank you so much!

[@thetattooedmermaidyolanda7299]

I absolutely love Asian food and wanted to start making it at home from scratch. I'm looking forward to going to the Chinese supermarket tomorrow for this and 3 of the 5 dumpling fillings in a previous video. Yours is the best videos I've watched so far. Thanks from the UK

[@DebbieJurasek-dp2sd]

Wonderful tips. I tried a variation of this with your prep and it was wonderful!

[@ashleighjaimaosborne3966]

You are an excellent teacher, thank you. 🇨🇦😊

[@robertvigil1644]

Thank you very much for this recipe. It's the first time I've ever tried to do something like this and it came out delicious!!

[@mackenzibenson6020]

Thank you for this recipe. I have made it over 10x (last night included) my family can’t get enough.