Bang Bang Chicken (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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10 ounces chicken tenderloins.
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1 cup of buttermilk.
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3/4 cup all-purpose flour.
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder.
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1 teaspoon Sriracha, divided.
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1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper.
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1/2 teaspoon sea salt.
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2 cups bread crumbs (panko).
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A sprinkle of parsley to decorate.
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1 large egg.
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1/8 teaspoon cayenne (if you like).
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1/2 cup chili sweet sauce (Thai style).
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2 tablespoons honey.
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1 cup regular mayonnaise.
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1/2 cup cornstarch.
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Oil for deep frying (canola or similar).
# Instructions:
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Stir the sauce ingredients together, keep handy.
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Combine buttermilk, egg, flour, starch, and spices in a bowl.
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Dip chicken into the batter mix.
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Roll the battered chicken in panko.
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Heat frying oil to 365°F.
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Cook each side 2-3 minutes until it hits 165°F inside.
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Set chicken on paper towels to dry.
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Toss chicken with sauce, sprinkle parsley over.
# Notes:
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Keep an eye on oil temperature.
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Don’t fry too many pieces at once.
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Adjust the spiciness of your sauce to taste.
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Serve hot for the best crunch.