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Crispy Hawaiian Mochiko Chicken

Crispy Hawaiian Mochiko Chicken: Your New Favorite Weeknight Dinner

Crispy Hawaiian Mochiko Chicken is a crunchy, gluten-free dish made with juicy chicken thighs, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marination Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs juicy and flavorful
For the Coating
  • 1 cup Mochiko flour can substitute with glutinous rice flour
  • 1/2 cup potato starch or corn starch as an alternative
  • 2 large eggs
For the Marinade
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce ensure gluten-free
  • 1 tablespoon sugar can use coconut sugar
  • 1/4 cup mirin or rice vinegar mixed with sugar
  • 2 tablespoons scallions chopped, can omit if not available
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger fresh preferred
For Serving
  • 1/4 cup spicy mayo combine sriracha with mayo
  • to taste furikake adjust based on preference

Equipment

  • Dutch oven
  • Candy thermometer
  • mixing bowl
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Marinade: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together Mochiko flour, potato starch, eggs, sugar, soy sauce, Mirin, chopped scallions, minced garlic, and ginger until smooth.
  2. Marinate Chicken: Place chicken thighs in the marinade and ensure each piece is coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  3. Heat Oil: Fill a Dutch oven with oil to about 2-3 inches and heat to 350°F (175°C).
  4. Fry Chicken: Add marinated chicken to the hot oil in small batches. Fry for 4-5 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  5. Drain and Cool: Use a slotted spoon to remove chicken and transfer to a wire rack to drain excess oil.
  6. Serve: Arrange crispy chicken on a platter, drizzle with spicy mayo, and sprinkle with furikake. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 4piecesCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, allow marination overnight. Maintain oil temperature at 350°F (175°C) for the perfect crunch.

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