Hakata – Age Recipe
Murata special deep fried chicken with original house sauce.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation and Cooking
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Start by trimming any excess fat from the chicken thighs. Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- 2
- 3
Prepare the Breading
In a separate bowl, whisk together cornstarch, all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper until combined.
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- 5
Coat the Chicken
Dip each marinated chicken piece into the egg wash, then coat it thoroughly with the flour mixture. Shake off any excess.
- 6
Heat the Oil
In a deep frying pan or pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches about 180°C (350°F).
- 7
Fry the Chicken
Carefully place the breaded chicken pieces into the hot oil, cooking in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding. Fry for about 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- 8
Drain and Serve
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oil and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve hot with the original house sauce.