Karaage is the Japanese version of fried chicken that is crispy outside and juicy and tender inside. Karaage (Japanese Fried Chicken) is surely one of the most popular appetizers or main dishes in Japan all times. You often find Karaage at restaurants as menu or in the bento box at convenient stores. It is also eaten by Japanese as a side dish when they drink a beer, which is simply the best friend of all occasions!

Serves

For 2-3 Persons Preparation Time ca. 45 Minuten

Ingredients

• 3 boneless chicken thighs, chopped into 1-inch chunks
• 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
• 1 tablespoons soy sauce
• ½ tablespoons sake
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• Proper amount of Salt and pepper
• ½ cup (80 g) potato starch
• oil, for frying

Preparation

1. Combine the chicken with the garlic, soy sauce, sake, sesame oil, Salt and pepper in a bowl until evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for about Half an hour.
2. Heat oil in a pot over high heat until about 340°F.
3. Give the chicken a stir to re-incorporate the marinade, then sprinkle the potato starch on top. Lightly toss until somewhat combined, but do not mix until each chicken piece is evenly coated because the uneven pockets of potato starch will give the chicken its signature unique texture.
4. Fry half of the chicken at a time, until light golden and bubbly, about 5-7 minutes. The oil temperature will drop to about 320°F. Rest the chicken on paper towels and increase the heat.
5. Heat oil to about 390°F, then fry the chicken again for about 2-3 minutes until golden brown. Drain the chicken on paper towels.
6. Serve with lemon and parsley.
7. Enjoy!