A warm welcome to Tessa the Domestic Diva. She’s a mum and former teacher who learned to cook allergy-friendly foods when her third kid needed it. Her blog is all about real food and her recipes are not only super family-friendly, but also mostly gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan, Paleo, and keto. Chinese Food is one of my favourite comfort foods and I LOVE that Tessa created a Paleo version of a classic like Sesame Chicken! Paired with all those crunchy grated veggies, these tender sesame-crusted chicken bites are literally making me drool! – Cheryl Growing up, Chinese food was always one of my favorite family restaurant options. We didn’t go out often, but when we did, Chinese food was always a regular choice. I can only imagine at some of the ingredients used to create those deep fried chicken dishes I so loved. MSG? Likely. Processed vegetable oils? Definitely. And sugar? Probably a given! Now, I know better. I know the quality of the food I put into my body really does have an impact on my health and well being! So to relive those nostalgic restaurant memories from my childhood…I create healthier versions everyone can enjoy!
Paleo Breading Options for Chinese Food:
In this recipe, I have chosen to coat the chicken pieces in a simple breading of egg whites and cassava flour. It is simple, straightforward, and totally delicious. A mix of coconut and tapioca flours can also be used. If you do rice, rice flour or sweet rice flour are both options.
How to Get a Sweet Flavor for a Whole30 Sauce?
I have used multiple version for a slight sweetness. While honey or stevia work for a Paleo version, for those doing a Whole30, no sweeteners of any kind are allowed. My two favorites for this sauce are pineapple (puree or juice) and apples (sauce or juice). They lend a subtle sweetness to the end product that is equally addicting and totally delicious!!
Serving Suggestions:
Serve this atop any favorite Asian slaw! Serve with some Whole30 Sriracha. Serve with your favorite cauli rice, or white rice as allowed Steamed broccoli Sauteed green beans
