Irresistibly Crispy Japanese Fried Chicken You'll Love

This Crispy Japanese Fried Chicken, known as Karaage, features savory marinated chicken with a crunchy exterior, ideal for delightful meals.

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Prep Time 1

Cook Time 30

Total Time 1 30

Servings: 4 pieces

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Japanese

Calories: 320

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken Marinade

500 grams Chicken Thighs Tender boneless, skin-on thighs
1/2 cup Soy Sauce Substitute with tamari for gluten-free
1/4 cup Mirin Can be replaced with sake mixed with sugar
2 tablespoons Ginger Freshly grated
2 cloves Garlic Minced

For the Crispy Coating

1 cup Cornstarch Can substitute with all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon Black Pepper Season to taste
1 teaspoon Salt Season to taste

Equipment

mixing bowl
Deep Pan or Heavy-Bottomed Pot
slotted spoon

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions for Japanese Fried Chicken

In a large mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, mirin, ginger, and garlic. Add chicken thighs, coat well, cover, and refrigerate for 1-4 hours.
Whisk together cornstarch, salt, and black pepper in a separate bowl for the coating, set aside.
Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C). Test readiness with a pinch of the cornstarch mixture.
Remove chicken from marinade, dredge in cornstarch mixture, fry in batches for 4-6 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
Use a slotted spoon to transfer fried chicken to paper towels to drain oil. Serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 24gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, ensure chicken pieces are uniform in size and monitor oil temperature during frying.

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