Easy Fried Chinese Chicken Balls

These fried Chinese chicken balls are dipped in a cornstarch batter, then fried until golden for a crispy, succulent bite better than any restaurant.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 338 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• vegetable oil for frying
• 1 pinch salt
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 pinch ground white pepper
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 5 tablespoons cornstarch
• 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
• 0.5 cup water, or more if needed

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Fill a deep pan or wok with oil and slowly heat to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

Step 2

Make batter: Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl. Drizzle in sesame oil. Gradually add water, whisking constantly until smooth; batter should be the consistency of cream. Let sit for at least 30 minutes.

Step 3

Prepare chicken: Mix together cornstarch and white pepper in a large shallow dish. Dust chicken in cornstarch mixture, then dip into batter, evenly coating each piece.

Step 4

Working in batches, fry coated chicken in hot oil until golden and no longer pink in the center, 4 to 5 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Use a slotted spoon to remove fried chicken to a clean kitchen towel to drain.