CHINESE HONEY CHICKEN

Chinese Honey Chicken has always been a favourite in our house when we've ordered Chinese Takeaway for dinner, with the one notable exception being my eldest twin daughter Eliza who almost has a meltdown when we even mention we're thinking about ordering Chinese. I don't know what it is that she doesn't like about it, she just can't stand it, and this is a child who will eat and try anything, she's the furtherest thing from a fussy eater. However, I can say proudly that she ate this Chinese Honey Chicken without complaints so maybe it's just a Mother's touch that made the difference because to be honest I couldn't tell a huge difference between this one I made and the one you order takeaway.The one notable difference I can happily say is that it didn't cost as much to make as it does to buy. All I can say is give it a go, you might just be pleasantly surprised at how easy it is to make your own Chinese Honey Chicken at home.

                                                                      CHINESE HONEY CHICKEN
1 cup S.R. Flour
1 T Chinese Five Spice
1teasp. Ground Black Pepper
1 1/4 cups Soda Water, chilled
1 Egg, lightly beaten
500g Chicken Breast, trimmed, sliced
1/4 cup Cornflour
1/2 cup Honey
2 T Peanut Oil


1. In a large bowl, combine self-raising flour, spice and pepper. Make a well in
   the centre and whisk in soda water and egg until smooth.


2. Heat oil in a wok on medium-high, until a drop of batter sizzles as soon as
    it's added.


3. Meanwhile, dust chicken pieces in cornflour, shaking off excess. Working
   in two batches, dip chicken in batter, wipe excess off and gently lower 
   into hot oil. Deep fry, turning with a slotted spoon, 2-3 minutes until
   crisp and cooked through. Drain on paper towel.


4. In a small saucepan combine honey and peanut oil. Stir on medium heat 1
    minute until runny. Pour honey mixture over hot chicken, toss to coat well.