Chicken Chop | Singapore Hawker-Style

chicken thigh

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: pork chop

Chicken breast is leaner, while pork chop can be more affordable.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium soy sauce reduces sodium intake, while tamari is often cheaper.

oyster sauce

🥗Healthier: hoisin sauce

💰Cheaper: soy sauce + sugar

Hoisin sauce offers a similar sweet flavor, while the mix is budget-friendly.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: panko

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Panko provides a lighter texture, while crushed crackers are often less expensive.

Cut the chicken thigh skin thinly to help it get crispy.

Spray a lot of oil on the chicken since it won't be deep-fried.

Salt the skin of the chicken to enhance crispiness.

Add a bit of oil to help the chicken stick for better caramelization.

Prepare a brown sauce using fish sauce for added umami flavor.

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