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Japanese Fried Chicken

Crispy Japanese Fried Chicken That Will Change Your Dinner Game

Discover authentic Japanese Fried Chicken with a crispy exterior and juicy interior, perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 500 grams Chicken Thigh Fillets Boneless, skin-on for maximum juiciness
For the Marinade
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Key for authentic flavor
  • 1/4 cup Cooking Sake Enhances marinade depth
  • 2 tablespoons Mirin For sweetness and acidity
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Freshly grated for aromatic zing
For the Coating
  • 1 cup Corn Flour/Cornstarch Gives a light and crispy finish
For Frying
  • 3-4 cm Vegetable Oil For deep frying
For Garnish
  • 1 cup Shredded Lettuce or Cabbage Optional garnish

Equipment

  • Deep frying pan
  • Cooking thermometer
  • Ziplock bag or bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cut the chicken thigh fillets into bite-sized pieces and pat dry to remove excess moisture.
  2. Combine chicken pieces with soy sauce, cooking sake, mirin, and grated ginger in a ziplock bag. Massage and let marinate for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan to 160°C (320°F).
  4. Drain excess marinade and pat chicken dry again. Coat chicken evenly with corn flour or cornstarch.
  5. Fry chicken pieces in batches for 2.5 to 3 minutes until lightly golden. Let rest on paper towels.
  6. Increase oil temperature to 190°C (374°F) for the second fry.
  7. Return chicken to hot oil and fry for an additional 30 seconds to 1 minute until crispy and golden brown.
  8. Transfer to paper towels to drain extra oil and serve hot over shredded lettuce or cabbage.

Nutrition

Serving: 100gramsCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Ensure precise oil temperatures and do not overcrowd the frying pan for the best results.

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