Easy Crispy Chicken Karaage
This easy crispy chicken karaage (Japanese fried chicken) uses a soy-sake-ginger marinade and potato starch coating for ultra crispy, juicy bites—perfect for dinner or snacking.
Servings: 4
Calories: 621kcal
Equipment
- 1 MIxing Bowl (for marination)
- 1 deep frying pan
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces 450g
- 2 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 tablespoon sake (Japanese rice wine)
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, grated
- 1 cup potato starch or cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Vegetable oil, for frying or avocado oil for less guilt frying
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine soy sauce, sake, grated ginger, minced garlic and salt.2 tablespoon soy sauce, 2 tablespoon sake (Japanese rice wine), 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger, 2 cloves garlic, grated, 1 teaspoon salt
- Add the chicken pieces to the marinade, ensuring each piece is well coated. Marinate for at least 30 minutes (longer for more flavor), refrigerating if needed.1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or a heavy-bottomed pot to 350°F (180°C).Vegetable oil, for frying or avocado oil for less guilt frying
- Coat each marinated chicken piece in potato starch or cornstarch, shaking off any excess.1 cup potato starch or cornstarch
- Carefully place the coated chicken pieces into the hot oil, avoiding overcrowding. Fry in batches for about 5-6 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- Use a slotted spoon to remove the chicken and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil
- Fry it again to make it extra crispy!
- Enjoy your homemade Chicken Karaage with your favorite dipping sauce!
Notes
- Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors penetrate.
- Fry in small batches to maintain the oil temperature and ensure crispiness.
- Use a wire rack for draining to keep the coating crispy.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
- Double-fry for an even crispier exterior.
Nutrition
Calories: 621kcal | Carbohydrates: 63.5g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 28.6g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 22mg | Sodium: 12550mg | Potassium: 721mg | Fiber: 4.8g | Sugar: 2.2g | Calcium: 141mg | Iron: 5mg
