How to Make Japanese-Style Deep Fried Chicken - A Step-by-Step Guide

Japanese-style deep-fried chicken, or "karaage" as it is known in Japan, is a popular dish that is loved the world over for its crispy, flavorful exterior and tender, juicy interior. This dish is a staple in Japanese cuisine and is often enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or even as a snack.

What makes Japanese-style deep-fried chicken unique is its use of a special marinade and coating that infuses the chicken with a sweet and savory flavor. The marinade often includes ingredients ...

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Ingredients

  • 2 eggs, lightly beaten
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon white sugar
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger root
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • ⅛ teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
  • 1 ½ pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into 1 inch cubes
  • 3 tablespoons potato starch
  • 1 tablespoon rice flour
  • oil for frying

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • In a large bowl, mix together eggs, salt, pepper, sugar, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, soy sauce, and bouillon. Add chicken pieces, and stir to coat. Cover, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • Remove bowl from refrigerator, add potato starch and rice flour to meat, and mix well.
  • In a large skillet or deep fryer, heat oil to 365 degrees F (185 degrees C). Place chicken in hot oil, and fry until golden brown. Cook meat in batches to maintain oil temperature. Drain briefly on paper towels. Serve hot.
  • Nutrition

    256 cal.

    • Total Fat: 17g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 98mg
    • Sodium: 327mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 5g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 21g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 20mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 189mg