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Japanese Fried Chicken (Karaage)

Crispy Japanese Fried Chicken (Karaage) That'll Wow Your Tastebuds

Experience the irresistible crunch of Japanese Fried Chicken (Karaage) with this quick and easy recipe, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marination Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 500 grams Chicken Thighs Boneless and skinless works best for texture.
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Opt for gluten-free if needed.
  • 2 tablespoons Sake Rice vinegar is a great non-alcoholic substitute.
  • 1 tablespoon Grated Ginger Ground ginger can be used if fresh is unavailable.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh minced garlic is highly recommended.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Vegetable oil is a neutral alternative.
For the Coating
  • 1 cup Potato Starch Cornstarch works well if you don't have it.
  • 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour Use a gluten-free blend for dietary needs.
For Frying
  • 2 cups Vegetable Oil Canola or peanut oil are excellent high-heat options.
For Serving
  • 1 whole Lemon Wedges Brighten the rich flavors with a zesty finish.
  • 1 cup Japanese Mayo Optional, enhances the overall flavor profile.

Equipment

  • Medium bowl
  • frying pan
  • thermometer
  • Paper towels

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sake, grated ginger, minced garlic, and sesame oil until well combined.
  2. Cut chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces, add to the marinade, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Combine potato starch and all-purpose flour in a separate bowl. Dredge marinated chicken pieces in the mixture.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan to 170°C (340°F), fry chicken for 4-5 minutes until golden brown.
  5. Remove chicken, drain on paper towels, and serve with lemon wedges and optional Japanese mayo.

Nutrition

Serving: 100gramsCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 23gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes for best flavor. Fry in small batches to maintain crispiness.

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