Zangi Chicken Recipe
Crispy fried chicken, a popular side dish.
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Ingredients
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Chicken Marinade
Breading
Frying
Method
Marinating the Chicken
- 1
Prepare the Marinade
In a mixing bowl, combine minced garlic, grated ginger, soy sauce, rice vinegar, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- 2
Marinate the Chicken
Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.
Breading the Chicken
- 3
Prepare the Breading
In another bowl, mix together all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
- 4
Coat the Chicken
Remove the marinated chicken from the fridge and coat each piece in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
Frying the Chicken
- 5
Heat the Oil
In a deep frying pan or pot, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 180°C (350°F).
- 6
Fry the Chicken
Carefully add the coated chicken pieces to the hot oil in batches. Fry for 6-8 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through.
- 7
Drain and Serve
Remove the fried chicken and place it on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil. Serve hot.