This Easy Low-Carb Sesame Chicken Recipe takes the Chinese food we love and makes it healthier. This homemade version keeps all of that soy, ginger and sesame flavor but takes out the carbs. Serve it up with some steamed broccoli to make a whole meal. This recipe can be part of a low-carb, keto, Atkins, gluten-free, grain-free, or Banting diet.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the water, gluten-free soy sauce, Pyure, red pepper flakes, and 2 teaspoons of the sesame seeds. (Reserve the remaining 1 teaspoon sesame seeds.)
Heat a large skillet over medium high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of the avocado oil. When the oil is hot, add the chicken cubes, spreading them so they don't touch. Brown all sides of the chicken cubes, the decrease heat to medium low to cook through. Transfer chicken to a bowl and set aside.
Place the same skillet over medium high. Add the remaining tablespoon of oil. Add the white portion of the green onions and ginger root. Cook for a few minutes, or until fragrant. Stir in the garlic and xanthan gum. Cook, stirring constantly for about 30 seconds more.
Add rice vinegar to the skillet. Stir, scraping up browned bits. Cook until almost evaporated, then stir in the soy sauce mixture. Simmer mixture, stirring frequently until it thickens. Stir in chicken and any juices that have accumulated.
Stir in the sesame oil and green portion of the green onions. Sprinkle the remaining 1 teaspoon of sesame seeds on top.
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