Kittencal's Chinese Chicken Balls

30m
Prep Time
4m
Cook Time
34m
Ready In


"The batter amount listed is enough for 5 chicken breasts,  do not cover any leftovers with foil or plastic wrap or they will get soggy, for easier slicing slice the chicken when still partially frozen. This also work great with cubed pork, cooking time will need to be increased slightly. You will love these!"

Original is 7 servings

Nutritional

  • Serving Size: 1 (120.9 g)
  • Calories 214.7
  • Total Fat - 3.6 g
  • Saturated Fat - 0.9 g
  • Cholesterol - 64.3 mg
  • Sodium - 716.1 mg
  • Total Carbohydrate - 18.9 g
  • Dietary Fiber - 0.4 g
  • Sugars - 0.7 g
  • Protein - 24.6 g
  • Calcium - 70.8 mg
  • Iron - 1.1 mg
  • Vitamin C - 0 mg
  • Thiamin - 0.1 mg

Step by Step Method

Step 1

If your meat is previously frozen then thawed, gently hand-squeeze or paper towel dry as much excess moisture from the chicken cubes as possible.

Step 2

In a large bowl combine the flour with cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, garlic powder, seasoned salt, sugar and cayenne pepper if using.

Step 3

Add in water and sesame oil; and whisk vigorously until smooth.

Step 4

Add in the cubed chicken, using a spoon mix very well (some cubes may not look coated, if you mixed it very well, not to worry it is, it`s just got a thinner amount of batter on it).

Step 5

Heat oil in a deep-fat fryer to 375 degrees F or heat about 4-inches of oil in a heavy skillet.

Step 6

Remove the coated chicken pieces with long tongs (I use my fingers) then carefully drop the coated cubes into hot oil frying about 6-7 pieces at a time (do not over crowd or you will have a hard time turning them). Fry until golden brown, about 3 minutes turning frequently for even cooking (if your cubes are larger cooking will need to be increased slightly).

Step 7

Using a large spoon with holes, transfer to paper towel-lined bowl or plate.

Step 8

Serve immediately with sweet and sour sauce (toss in the sauce or serve on the side).

Tips


No special items needed.

8 Reviews

JuJuBeJen

WOW this sauce is extra good! I used it to make meatballs in my crockpot and bring to a family party. They were a hit with that yummy sauce!

5.0

review by:
(4 May 2022)

Debra Bennett

I have tried so many recipes and this is the BEST one I have ever had. It's definitely better than the restaurants. It will also be good with shrimp and lemon. The sesame oil is what made me try it, great ingredient! I used mostly Chicken bone brother. Enjoy!

5.0

review by:
(11 Jan 2022)

jessica_co71

These are just like, if not better than the ones I get at my favorite chinese restaurant! Thank you!

5.0

review by:
(12 Jul 2016)

truckerboo

Amazing. My husband said I've found my recipe.

5.0

review by:
(9 Apr 2016)

Ann Krezmer

I found thid recipe on food.com awhile ago I have made it weekly since! This recipe is Better then our local takeout place! As my daughter says this sweet and sour chicken is the Bomb lol. Thank you for sharing!

5.0

review by:
(4 Feb 2014)

Tannie

Oh yum yum! We loved these little balls of flavor filled chicken. Great tasting appetizers with the Sweet and Sour Sauce you suggested!

5.0

review by:
(5 Nov 2013)

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