Name: Sesame Chicken Toast Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients: 9 oz ground chicken; 1 clove garlic, finely grated; ½ tsp ginger, finely grated; ½ tsp salt; ¼ tsp sugar; ¼ tsp white pepper; 1 egg white; ½ tsp sesame oil; ½ tsp Chinese rice wine; 1 tsp cornstarch; 1 tbsp green onions, finely sliced; 4 slices white bread, crusts removed; 6 tbsp sesame seeds; 3 cups canola oil (or use a deep-fat fryer); Additional green onions, thinly sliced (for garnish); Chili sauce (for serving)

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Introduction

Sesame Chicken Toast is a crispy, flavorful appetizer that combines tender chicken paste with crunchy sesame-coated bread. Perfect for parties or a tasty snack, this recipe offers a delightful mix of textures and Asian-inspired flavors.

The image shows a round plate filled with many triangular-shaped crispy snacks covered in white sesame seeds, with small pieces of chopped green onions sprinkled on top. On one side of the plate, there is a small white bowl filled with a dark red dipping sauce, also garnished with a few green onion slices. The plate sits on a surface with a white marbled texture, and a dark purple cloth is placed behind it. The snacks have a rough, crunchy texture from the sesame seeds and are golden brown where the seeds do not cover. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

9 oz ground chicken
1 clove garlic, finely grated
½ tsp ginger, finely grated
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp sugar
¼ tsp white pepper
1 egg white
½ tsp sesame oil
½ tsp Chinese rice wine
1 tsp cornstarch
1 tbsp green onions, finely sliced
4 slices white bread
6 tbsp sesame seeds
3 cups canola oil (or use a deep-fat fryer)
Additional green onions, thinly sliced (for garnish)
Chili sauce (for serving)

Instructions

Step 1: Place ground chicken, grated garlic, grated ginger, salt, sugar, and white pepper in a food processor. Pulse for 15 seconds to combine evenly.
Step 2: Add egg white, sesame oil, and Chinese rice wine to the mixture. Whiz for 30 seconds until the mixture is smooth and homogeneous.
Step 3: Add cornstarch and pulse for 15 more seconds to fully integrate it.
Step 4: Remove the blade and gently stir in the finely sliced green onions by hand.
Alternative Step: If you prefer, combine ground chicken, garlic, ginger, salt, sugar, and pepper in a bowl. Beat vigorously with a wooden spoon for 30 seconds. Add egg white, sesame oil, and rice wine and continue beating for 1 minute until the mixture lightens. Stir in cornstarch and green onions for 15 seconds.
Step 5: Remove crusts from bread slices. Spread the chicken mixture evenly across each slice, smoothing the surface for full coverage.
Step 6: Slice each bread into 4 diagonal triangles, wiping the knife clean after each cut for neat edges.
Step 7: Pour sesame seeds into a shallow bowl. Press each chicken-coated bread triangle sesame-side down into the seeds to adhere a thick coat.
Step 8: Heat canola oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat until it reaches 355ºF (180ºC), or heat your deep-fat fryer to the same temperature.
Step 9: Fry the toast pieces in batches, sesame seed side down, for 3 minutes. Flip and cook for an additional 1 minute until golden and cooked through.
Step 10: Remove the toasts and drain on kitchen paper to remove excess oil. Garnish with thinly sliced green onions and serve immediately with chili sauce for dipping.

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, add a small amount of finely chopped cilantro to the chicken mixture before spreading on the bread.
You can substitute ground chicken with ground turkey for a leaner version.
If you don’t have rice wine, dry sherry or mirin can be used as alternatives.
Serve with your favorite dipping sauces such as sweet chili or soy sauce for variety.

Storage

Store any leftover sesame chicken toasts in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in a toaster oven or air fryer to maintain crispiness. Avoid microwaving to prevent sogginess.

How to Serve

The image shows three triangular pieces of toasted bread covered with golden sesame seeds on top, placed on a light wooden board with black text printed on its side. The top layer has a crunchy texture with sesame seeds densely covering it, while the bread underneath is soft and airy with a slightly browned crust. One piece has a bite taken out of it, showing the fluffy inside. The background is softly blurred with a white marbled texture underneath, creating a clean and simple look. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make the chicken paste ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the chicken paste a few hours in advance and keep it covered in the refrigerator until ready to use.

What’s the best way to keep the bread from getting soggy?

Using white bread with the crusts removed and frying at the right temperature quickly crisps the toast, preventing it from becoming soggy.