Crispy Chinese Honey Chicken (without Deep Frying)

INGREDIENTS

1 lb

chicken thighs (, cut into bite-sized chunks)

1 tbsp

vegetable oil

1/2 tsp

salt

egg (, beaten)

1/2 cup

cornstarch

1/4 cup

honey ((or agave syrup))

1/4 cup

water

2 tbsp

Shaoxing wine ((or dry sherry for gluten-free))

2 tbsp

soy sauce ((or tamari for gluten-free))

1 tbsp

rice vinegar

2 tsp

cornstarch

1/4

to 1/3 cup vegetable oil

2 cloves

garlic (, minced)

1 tsp

ginger (, minced)

green onions (, chopped, with white and green parts separated)