Karaage (Japanese Fried Chicken)
Karaage, the iconic Japanese fried chicken, is a deliciously crispy and juicy dish that makes for an irresistible treat. Marinated in a savory blend of soy sauce, ginger, and garlic, each bite delivers an explosion of flavor wrapped in a light cornstarch coating. Perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests, this recipe is simple enough to replicate at home while ensuring you impress everyone with its authentic taste.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless chicken thighs
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons sake (or white wine)
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Cut chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces. In a bowl, combine soy sauce, sake, ginger, and garlic. Add chicken and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Drain excess marinade from chicken. In another bowl, mix cornstarch with salt and pepper.
- In a deep pan, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
- Coat each piece of marinated chicken in cornstarch and fry in batches until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes). Avoid overcrowding the pan.
- Remove chicken from oil and place on paper towels to absorb excess oil. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg