Gluten-Free Karaage
Experience the irresistible crunch and savory essence of Gluten-Free Karaage, a Japanese classic reimagined for those seeking a gluten-free twist. This recipe features tender, marinated chicken thighs infused with the bold flavors of tamari, sake, mirin, fresh ginger, and garlic, creating a mouthwatering umami profile in every bite. Coated in a delicate blend of potato starch and gluten-free flour, each piece achieves the perfect golden crispness when fried to perfection. Best of all, this quick and easy recipe, ready in just 40 minutes, is ideal for satisfying cravings or impressing guests. Serve it hot with a squeeze of fresh lemon for a zesty finish. Perfect for gluten-free diets, this dish showcases how authentic Japanese flavors can meet dietary needs without compromise!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons Tamari (gluten-free soy sauce)
- 2 tablespoons Sake
- 1 tablespoon Mirin
- 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 100 grams Potato starch
- 50 grams Gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 500 ml Vegetable oil
- 2 Lemon wedges
Instructions
Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces, removing any excess fat and skin.
In a bowl, mix together the tamari, sake, and mirin.
Grate the fresh ginger and mince the garlic cloves, then add them to the marinade.
Place the chicken pieces into the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover the bowl and let them marinate in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes.
In a shallow bowl, combine the potato starch and gluten-free all-purpose flour.
Remove the chicken from the refrigerator and drain the excess marinade.
Coat each piece of chicken in the starch and flour mixture, ensuring an even coating.
In a deep frying pan or pot, heat the vegetable oil to 170°C (340°F). To test if the oil is ready, you can drop a little bit of the flour mixture into the oil; if it bubbles and rises to the surface, the oil is hot enough.
Carefully add pieces of chicken to the hot oil, frying them in batches to avoid overcrowding, and fry for about 5 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked.
Use a slotted spoon to remove the chicken from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Serve the freshly fried chicken with lemon wedges on the side for extra flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5488 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 497.8 g | 638% | |
| Saturated Fat | 79.3 g | 396% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 284.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 470 mg | 157% | |
| Sodium | 2349 mg | 102% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 142.3 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.7 g | ||
| Protein | 136.0 g | 272% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 88 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1395 mg | 30% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
