Kara-age Chicken Recipe
fried chicken thighs, egg salad, koji hot sauce
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Ingredients
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Chicken Marinade
Egg Salad
Koji Hot Sauce
Method
Prepare the Chicken
Marinate the Chicken
In a bowl, combine soy sauce, mirin, grated ginger, and grated garlic. Add the chicken thighs, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
Prepare the Breading
In a shallow dish, mix cornstarch and all-purpose flour. Remove chicken from the marinade and dredge each piece in the flour mixture, shaking off excess.
Fry the Chicken
In a deep pan, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
Make the Egg Salad
Prepare the Egg Salad
Chop the hard-boiled eggs and mix them in a bowl with mayonnaise, mustard, salt, black pepper, and chives until well combined.
Prepare Koji Hot Sauce
Mix the Sauce
In a small bowl, combine koji, hot sauce, and fresh lime juice. Stir until well mixed.