Karaage (Japanese Fried Chicken)

Prep time: 20 min (+30 min marinate) | Cook time: 10 min | Total time: 1 hour | Servings: 4 servings

Description

• Bite-sized chicken thighs marinated in soy, ginger, and garlic, then coated in potato starch for a unique, shattering crunch.

Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1.5-inch pieces

• 2 tbsp soy sauce

• 1 tbsp sake

• 1 tsp freshly grated ginger

• 1 tsp minced garlic

• 1/2 cup potato starch (katakuriko)

Step-by-Step Directions

• Marinate: Combine chicken, soy sauce, sake, ginger, and garlic in a bowl. Let sit for 30 minutes.

• Coat: Dredge each piece of chicken in potato starch until well coated.

• First Fry: Heat oil to 340°F (170°C). Fry chicken for 3 minutes; remove and let rest for 2 minutes.

• Second Fry: Increase oil temperature to 375°F (190°C) and fry for 1 minute for extra crispiness.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

• Calories: ~340 kcal

• Total Fat: 16g

• Saturated Fat: 4g

• Cholesterol: 110mg

• Sodium: 650mg

• Total Carbs: 22g

• Fiber: 0.5g

• Sugars: 1g

• Protein: 26g