Karaage Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Marinade

   In a bowl, mix the soy sauce, sake, grated ginger, grated garlic, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken thighs and marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.

2. 2

   Coat the Chicken

   In a separate bowl, mix the cornstarch and all-purpose flour. Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing excess liquid to drip off, then coat each piece in the flour mixture thoroughly.

3. 3

   Heat the Oil

   In a deep pan or pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Ensure the oil reaches about 170°C (340°F) for frying.

4. 4

   Fry the Chicken

   Carefully add the coated chicken pieces to the hot oil in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 5-7 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.

5. 5

   Drain and Serve

   Remove the fried chicken from the oil and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve hot with lemon wedges or your favorite dipping sauce.