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Japanese Fried Chicken (Karaage)

Savory Japanese Fried Chicken (Karaage) That Everyone Loves

This Japanese Fried Chicken (Karaage) features a crunchy exterior and succulent interior, making it a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 1 minute
Total Time 1 hour 11 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Tamari can be used for gluten-free option.
  • 1/4 cup Cooking Sake Avoid Chinese cooking wine for the best results.
  • 2 tablespoons Mirin Can be replaced with sugar at a 2:1 ratio.
  • 1 tablespoon Freshly Grated Ginger Adjust based on preference for ginger's spiciness.
For the Chicken
  • 500 grams Chicken Thigh Fillets Skin-on recommended for moisture.
  • 1/2 cup Corn Flour/Cornstarch Plain flour can be used as a substitute.
For Frying
  • 2 cups Vegetable Oil Canola or sunflower oil recommended.

Equipment

  • Deep pot or frying pan
  • Mixing bowl or resealable bag
  • slotted spoon
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat the chicken thigh fillets dry with paper towels. Combine soy sauce, cooking sake, mirin, and ginger in a bowl or bag. Add chicken and marinate for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
  2. Drain excess marinade. Dredge the chicken pieces in corn flour/cornstarch.
  3. Heat vegetable oil to 160°C/320°F. Test readiness with a wooden chopstick.
  4. Fry chicken pieces in batches for about 2.5-3 minutes until light golden brown. Use a slotted spoon to remove and place on paper towels.
  5. Increase oil temperature to 190-200°C/374-392°F and wait for a few minutes.
  6. Return chicken pieces for a second fry for 30 seconds to 1 minute until rich golden brown.
  7. Drain the chicken on paper towels and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 100gramsCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 20gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gCalcium: 15mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve with shredded lettuce or a tangy dipping sauce for added flavor.

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