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Sesame Fried Chicken Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

Sesame-glazed thigh, sambal coleslaw, fresh herbs, Füdmill sesame bun

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Ingredients

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For the Sesame Fried Chicken

Method

Prep the Chicken

1

Marinate the Chicken

In a bowl, whisk together sesame oil, soy sauce, honey, and sesame seeds. Add chicken thighs, coating them well. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.

2

Prepare Breading

Set up a breading station with three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs mixed with salt and pepper.

Cook the Chicken

3

Bread the Chicken

Remove chicken from marinade, shaking off excess. Dredge each thigh in flour, then dip in egg, and finally coat with panko breadcrumbs.

4

Fry the Chicken

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken thighs for about 5-7 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.

Make the Sambal Coleslaw

5

Combine Ingredients

In a large bowl, mix shredded cabbage, carrots, sambal oelek, mayonnaise, rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Toss well to combine and stir in chopped cilantro.

Assemble the Sandwich

6

Build the Sandwich

On each Füdmill sesame bun, add a piece of fried chicken, a generous scoop of sambal coleslaw, and top with fresh herbs.