Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 4 tablespoons soy sauce, divided
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1 inch pieces
  • 2 12 teaspoons cornstarch, additional
  • 12 cup sugar
  • 14 cup water
  • 34 teaspoon grated fresh lemon, rind of
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons oil (I use less)
  • 1 bunch green onion, cut into 1 inch lengths (optional)

Method

  • Combine 2 tablespoons cornstarch and 1 tablespoon soy sauce in bowl.
  • Stir in chicken.
  • Let stand 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a seperate bowl, combine sugar, 2 1/2 tsp cornstarch,remaining soy sauce, water, lemon peel, and lemon juice; set aside.
  • Heat oil over medium-high heat.
  • Add chicken and green onion, stir fry for about 3 minutes, or until no longer pink.
  • Remove.
  • Reduce heat to medium.
  • Pour soy sauce/lemon mixture into pan; bring to boil.
  • Add chicken, stirring to coat all pieces with the thickened sauce.
  • Serve with steamed rice.