In a saucepan over medium heat and the honey, soy sauce, water, sesame oil and vinegar. Whisk together and bring to the boil
In a separate bowl, stir together the cornstarch and water. Set aside. Once the sauce is boiling slowly add the cornstarch mixture while whisking. Bring back to a boil and then turn down heat to low and let simmer for 10 mins
In a dish, mix the flour and spice. Put the buttermilk in a separate bowl
Toss the chicken in the flour, then into the buttermilk and back in the flour. Place the coated chicken in the hot oil and cook for about 5-7 mins, turning the chicken so all sides get cooked
Place the cooked chicken on a paper towel lined plate
Continue cooking th3 remaining chicken in batches until done
Combine all th3 cooked chicken into a large mixing bowl. Pour the hot honey sauce over and gently mix together until all chicken pieces are coated
Serve over rice