Chicken in Lemon Sauce

This entree goes together quickly and is perfect with a side of fried or plain rice.

• Ready In: 45 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1  lb boneless skinless chicken breast (2 whole)
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1  egg yolk
• 7  tablespoons cornstarch
•  vegetable oil, for deep drying
• 1  lemon
• 2  tablespoons white vinegar
• 3  tablespoons sugar
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 3⁄4 cup water
• 1  teaspoon cornstarch
• 1  tablespoon  vegetable oil

Directions

1. Cut chicken into 12 pieces.
2. Combine 1/4 teaspoon salt, egg yolk, 1 tablespoon cornstarch; stir well.
3. Toss with chicken to coat well.
4. Dredge chicken pieces in 6 tablespoons cornstarch.
5. Heat oil in wok or deep pan.
6. Add chicken and deep fry until golden brown; remove and drain.
7. Meanwhile, slice lemon and combine with vinegar, sugar, 1/2 teaspoon salt and water.
8. Dissolve 1 teaspoon cornstarch in 1 tablespoon oil.
9. Stir until slightly thickened; pour over chicken.
10. Serve garnished with tomato and cucumber slices atop rice, if desired.