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Easy Crispy Chicken Karaage Japanese Style

Easy Crispy Chicken Karaage Japanese Style for Flavorful Nights

This Easy Crispy Chicken Karaage combines tender marinated chicken with a crunchy exterior, perfect for a quick dinner or show-stopping appetizer.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1/4 cup Dark Soy Sauce Adds savory depth.
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Or agave nectar for vegan option.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Grated.
  • 2 tablespoons Sake Or dry sherry/white wine vinegar.
For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Skinless Boneless Chicken Thighs Cut into bite-sized pieces.
For the Coating
  • 1/4 cup Potato Starch Essential for crispiness.
  • 1/4 cup Flour Use gluten-free if preferred.
For Frying
  • 2 cups Sunflower Oil Or vegetable/canola oil.

Equipment

  • Heavy-bottomed pot
  • Thermometer
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Shallow dish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cut the skinless boneless chicken thighs into uniform bite-sized pieces, about 1-2 inches each, and place them in a mixing bowl.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together minced garlic, honey, dark soy sauce, sake, and freshly grated ginger. Pour it over the chicken, coat thoroughly, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  3. Prepare a shallow dish by mixing potato starch and flour together. Remove the chicken from the fridge, let it sit at room temp for 10 minutes, then lightly coat each piece with the starch-flour mixture.
  4. Heat sunflower oil in a heavy-bottomed pot to 160–165°C (320–329°F) using a thermometer.
  5. Lower the coated chicken pieces into the hot oil in small batches for about 90 seconds, or until lightly golden. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
  6. Increase oil temperature to 190°C (375°F) for the second frying.
  7. Return the chicken pieces to the pot and fry for an additional 45 seconds to 1 minute until deep golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
  8. Serve your Easy Crispy Chicken Karaage immediately with fresh lemon wedges and wasabi mayo for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 5gCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Enjoy your Karaage immediately for the best texture. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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