Description
Crispy air-fried nuggets coated in a sweet and savory Vietnamese caramel glaze. A quick and flavorful dish.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp oil
- 1/4 cup fish sauce
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Toss chicken pieces with cornstarch, salt, and black pepper.
- Lightly coat chicken with oil and air fry for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway.
- In a saucepan, melt sugar over medium heat until caramelized.
- Add fish sauce, garlic, lime juice, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 2 minutes.
- Toss cooked nuggets in the caramel glaze and serve.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, spray nuggets with oil before air frying.
- Adjust sugar and fish sauce to taste.
- Serve with rice or fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Vietnamese