How to Make Extra Spicy Sichuan Hot Chicken at Home

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Step 1

Put the flour in a big bowl. In a separate shallow dish, beat the egg. Take each piece of chicken and give it a good coating of flour, then dip it into the egg, and coat it in flour once more. Place the coated chicken on a plate and let it rest for about 10 minutes.

Step 2

While the chicken is resting, heat the chili bean sauce and a quarter cup of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir it occasionally and let it cook for around 8 minutes so the flavors blend nicely.

Step 3

Heat about 4 cups of oil in a large pan until it reaches 350°F (175°C). Fry the chicken in batches, cooking each side for about 4 minutes or until golden and crispy. Once done, transfer the chicken to a plate lined with paper towels to soak up any excess oil.

Step 4

Finally, dip the fried chicken tenders into the chili bean sauce using tongs to coat them well. Arrange them on a serving plate, sprinkle with ground Sichuan peppercorns, and dig in right away while they're hot and spicy!