Karaage (Japanese Fried Chicken)
Crisp, juicy bites of marinated dark meat with a light, crackly coating — savory, gingery, and bright with a squeeze of lemon. Simple steps and a short marinade deliver deep flavor and an irresistible crunch.
1 ½ lb chicken thigh, skinless, boneless, cut into 1½-inch pieces
3 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp sake
1 tbsp mirin
1 tbsp grated ginger
2 clove garlic, minced
1 tsp sesame oil
1 tsp sugar
1 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
1 cup potato starch
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
2 cup neutral oil, for frying
1 lemon, cut into wedges for serving
2 stalk green onion, thinly sliced for garnish
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
Nutritional information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.
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