--Recipe makes 6 servings--

4 cups vegetable oil for frying

1 egg

1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1/2 inch cubes

1 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon white sugar

1 pinch white pepper

1 cup cornstarch

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

3 tablespoons chopped green onion

1 clove garlic, minced

6 dried whole red chilies

1 strip orange zest

1/2 cup white sugar

1/4 teaspoon ground ginger

3 tablespoons chicken broth

1 tablespoon rice vinegar

1/4 cup soy sauce

2 teaspoons sesame oil

2 tablespoons peanut oil

2 teaspoons cornstarch

1/4 cup water