Malay-Style Sesame Crispy Chicken
A flavorful and crispy chicken dish inspired by Malay cuisine, with a nutty sesame flavor.
Ingredients
- β1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breastcut into bite-sized pieces
- β2 tablespoons crispy sesame seedstoasted
- β1 cup buttery pilafcooked according to package instructions
- β2 tablespoons coconut oilfor frying
- βto taste salt
- βto taste black pepper
- β1/4 cup chopped cilantrofor garnish
Instructions
- 1
Heat 1 tablespoon of coconut oil in a pan over medium-high heat.
- 2
Add the chicken to the pan and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes.
- 3
In a separate pan, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of coconut oil over medium heat.
- 4
Add the toasted sesame seeds and cook for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
- 5
Add the cooked pilaf to the pan with the sesame seeds and stir to combine.
- 6
Add the cooked chicken to the pan with the pilaf and sesame seeds.
- 7
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 8
Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot.