Description
Looking for the best karaage Japanese fried chicken recipe? This one is quick, easy, and so crispy! Whether you’re after a healthy snack idea or a simple dinner, this fried chicken delivers every time. Great for parties, meal prep, and totally beginner-friendly. Save this easy Japanese chicken idea for your next cooking day!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sake
- 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
- 1 tsp grated garlic
- 1/2 cup potato starch
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Lemon wedges for serving
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces.
- Grate the garlic and ginger over the chicken, add soy sauce and sake, and mix to coat.
- Cover and marinate for at least 30 minutes in the fridge.
- Dredge each piece in potato starch until evenly coated.
- Heat oil in a pot to 340°F (170°C).
- Fry chicken in batches for 5-6 minutes until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels or a wire rack before serving.
Notes
- Use chicken thighs for juicier results.
- Substitute sake with white wine or omit if needed.
- Double-fry for extra crispiness.
- Serve with dipping sauces like spicy mayo or ponzu.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 90mg