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Karaage

Cultural Context

Karaage is a popular Japanese dish that consists of marinated fried chicken, often served as a main dish or in bento boxes. It is characterized by its crispy exterior and juicy interior, typically made with soy sauce, ginger, and garlic. The dish has roots in Japanese home cooking and is enjoyed in various settings, from casual meals to izakayas (Japanese pubs).

JapaneseJPmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1.5 lbs chicken thighs
1/2 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons sake
1 tablespoon ginger
1 cup potato starch
2 cups vegetable oil
to taste green onions
for garnish green beans, asparagus

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

chicken thighs

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: chicken drumsticks

Chicken breast is lower in fat, while drumsticks are often cheaper.

potato starch

🥗Healthier: cornstarch

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Cornstarch is a healthier alternative, while all-purpose flour is more budget-friendly.

1

Cut chicken legs into two-bite chunks, separating thigh meat from drumstick meat and trimming excess fat or gristle.

2

Grate fresh ginger into a bowl.

3

Add soy sauce and sake to the bowl and stir to combine.

4

Add chicken pieces to the marinade and gently mix, being careful not to tear the skin.

5

Refrigerate the marinated chicken for 2 to 3 hours.

6

Dust each piece of chicken evenly with potato starch, adjusting thickness for desired crispiness.

7

Preheat oil to 170 degrees Celsius (340 degrees Fahrenheit).

8

Fry chicken in batches, avoiding overcrowding the pot to maintain oil temperature.

9

Cook chicken for about 3 to 4 minutes, checking internal temperature until it reaches 160 degrees Fahrenheit (carryover cooking will bring it to 165).

10

Flip the chicken while frying to ensure even cooking.

11

Once done, optionally flash fry green beans or asparagus for a few seconds for color.

12

Serve Karaage hot, ideally straight from the fryer.

Cooking Techniques

marinatingfryingdraining

Equipment Needed

mixing bowldeep paninstant-read thermometer

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Allergens

soygluten

Also Known As

Japanese Fried ChickenKara-age
Local Name: 唐揚げ

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