Karaage (Japanese Fried Chicken)
Crispy and juicy Japanese Fried Chicken marinated in soy sauce, sake, and ginger, perfect as a snack or meal.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes (plus marination)
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
- Diet: Pescatarian
Ingredients
- 500g chicken thighs, boneless, skinless
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sake
- 1 tablespoon mirin
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- 1 cup potato starch or cornstarch
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and set them aside.
- Mix the marinade: In a bowl, combine soy sauce, sake, mirin, garlic, and ginger. Stir until well blended.
- Marinate the chicken: Add the chicken pieces to the marinade. Make sure each piece is coated and let it sit for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat the oil: In a deep pan or fryer, heat vegetable oil to 170°C (340°F).
- Coat the chicken: Dredge the marinated chicken pieces in potato starch, shaking off excess.
- Fry the chicken: Fry in batches for about 5-7 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- Drain: Remove from the oil and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Serve hot, accompanied by lemon wedges for a zesty kick.
Notes
For a spicy twist, add chili flakes to the marinade. Marinate chicken beforehand for deeper flavor.
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