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No. 30: Sesame Chicken from Red Dragon Chinese Restaurant Yes, this is sesame chicken, that ubiquitous Chinese-restaurant standby that many people order but that often proves tepid and timid.

An array of ingredients sit in a buffet near the front counter, a smorgasbord of items like noodles, beef, lamb, chicken, sausage, seafood, mushrooms, cabbage, seaweed and lotus root.

For the Chicken: Heat sesame oil and schmaltz in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add ginger, garlic, and scallions and cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes.