Tori No Kara Age Deep Fried Chicken Nuggets
Crispy, juicy, and packed with bold umami flavors, Tori No Kara Age Deep Fried Chicken Nuggets are a Japanese fried chicken dish that’s sure to become a favorite. This recipe transforms tender boneless chicken thighs into bite-sized, golden-brown delights, marinated in a savory blend of soy sauce, sake, mirin, garlic, and ginger for maximum flavor. The chicken is coated in potato starch for a uniquely crunchy texture and double-fried to perfection for an irresistible crispness. Served hot with a squeeze of fresh lemon, these nuggets make a delicious appetizer, snack, or meal centerpiece. Perfect for fans of authentic Japanese cuisine, these karaage nuggets are quick to prepare and pair beautifully with rice, salad, or your favorite dipping sauce!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g boneless chicken thighs
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp sake
- 1 tbsp mirin
- 1 tbsp ginger
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1.5 cups potato starch (or cornstarch)
- 1 liter vegetable oil (for frying)
- 4 pieces lemon wedges (optional)
Instructions
Cut the boneless chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces, approximately 1.5 inches wide.
In a medium bowl, mix soy sauce, sake, mirin, grated ginger, and minced garlic to create a marinade.
Add the chicken pieces into the marinade, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (overnight for best results).
After marinating, drain the excess marinade from the chicken.
Place the potato starch in a shallow bowl. Dredge each piece of chicken in the starch, ensuring it is evenly and thoroughly coated.
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pan or fryer to 170°C (340°F). Test the oil by dropping a small piece of batter into it; it should sizzle immediately and float to the surface.
Carefully add a few pieces of coated chicken into the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Fry in batches if needed.
Fry the chicken for 4-5 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on a wire rack or paper towels.
Increase the oil temperature to 190°C (375°F) and refry the chicken quickly for 30 seconds to 1 minute for extra crispness. Drain again.
Serve hot with lemon wedges on the side for an optional zesty garnish. Enjoy your Tori No Kara Age!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
10110 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 960.8 g | 1232% | |
| Saturated Fat | 143.4 g | 717% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 433 mg | 144% | |
| Sodium | 2089 mg | 91% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 332.1 g | 121% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.9 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.5 g | ||
| Protein | 106.0 g | 212% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 166 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 7.1 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 1470 mg | 31% | |
*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.
