Boneless Fried Chicken Thighs, Or Fried Tofu, Or Fried Mushrooms Recipe
Sauce options available.
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Ingredients
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Protein Options
Breading Mixture
Wet Mixture
Sauce Options
Cooking Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Protein
If using chicken thighs, trim any excess fat and cut into smaller pieces if desired. For tofu, drain and press to remove excess moisture, then cut into bite-sized cubes. For mushrooms, clean and slice thickly.
Breading
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until well combined.
- 3
Coating the Protein
- 4
Bread the Protein
Dip each piece of protein (chicken, tofu, or mushrooms) first into the wet mixture, allowing excess to drip off, then coat thoroughly in the dry breading mixture. Place on a plate and repeat for all pieces.
Frying
- 5
Heat the Oil
In a deep skillet or pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to check the temperature.
- 6