If you’re wondering how to get that restaurant-quality crispy Chinese chicken at home, you’re in luck! This recipe for crispy lemon chicken highlights not one, but several tricks Chinese chefs use to achieve that intoxicating crunch. And luckily, they are all incredibly simple! - Cornstarch - This magical ingredient absorbs moisture while preventing gluten development when teamed with flour. This adds up to a crispier, crunchier crust.  - Baking Soda - Baking soda helps create a lighter, fluffier batter by the production of carbon dioxide bubbles.  - Flour - All-purpose flour will do, but Chinese cooks will often use rice flour. It is less glutinous and more airy by nature.  - Double Frying - Don’t underestimate the power of this step. Allowing the chicken to drain and then returning for a flash-fry promotes evaporation and an even crispier crust.