Crispy Hawaiian Mochiko Chicken for Flavorful Family Feasts
Experience the delightful flavors of Crispy Hawaiian Mochiko Chicken for Flavorful Family Feasts that will impress everyone at your table. This dish features tender chicken strips coated in a perfectly crunchy blend of mochiko flour and potato starch, delivering an irresistible crunch with each bite. Marinated in a savory mixture of soy sauce, ginger, and garlic, this chicken is not just a meal but an experience that brings families together. Serve it as an appetizer or alongside rice and vegetables for a complete meal. With its easy preparation and versatility, it’s the perfect choice for family gatherings or any casual dinner.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately four servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Ingredients
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- 1 pound chicken thighs (cut into 2-inch strips)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup mochiko flour
- 1/4 cup potato starch
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon ginger (minced)
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, sugar, garlic, and ginger. Add chicken strips and let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare the coating: In one bowl, whisk eggs. In another dish, mix mochiko flour and potato starch.
- Coat the chicken: Remove marinated chicken from the marinade. Dip each strip into the egg mixture, then coat with the flour mixture.
- Heat oil: In a frying pan over medium-high heat, add oil until hot.
- Fry the chicken: Carefully place coated chicken strips in hot oil and fry until golden brown on both sides (about 5-7 minutes per side).
- Drain and serve: Remove from oil and drain on paper towels. Serve hot with spicy mayo or garnished with furikake.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken (85g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 70mg