Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
300 g

Chicken thigh meat

Cut into bite-sized pieces

1 clove

Garlic

Grated

1 clove

Ginger

Grated

2 tbsp

Sake

1.5 tbsp

Soy sauce

1 tsp

Sesame oil

0.5 unit

Egg

Beaten

1 unit

Frying oil

1.5 tbsp

Cake flour

1.5 tbsp

Katakuriko (potato starch flour)

Step 1
~5 min

Cut the chicken thigh meat into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2
~5 min

In a bowl, combine grated garlic, grated ginger, sake, soy sauce, and sesame oil.

Step 3
~5 min

Marinate the chicken in the mixture for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.

Step 4
~5 min

Add the beaten egg to the marinated chicken and mix well.

Step 5
~5 min

If possible, let it sit for another 30 minutes.

Step 6
~5 min

In a separate bowl, mix cake flour and katakuriko (potato starch flour).

Step 7
~5 min

Drain the marinade from the chicken before coating with the flour mixture.

Step 8
~5 min

Heat frying oil in a deep pot or fryer to medium-high heat.

Step 9
~5 min

Deep fry the chicken pieces until lightly browned, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 10
~5 min

Remove the chicken from the oil and drain on a wire rack for 2-3 minutes.

Step 11
~5 min

Increase the oil temperature to high heat.

Step 12
~5 min

Return the pre-fried chicken to the oil and deep fry for another 1-2 minutes, until golden brown and crispy.

Step 13
~5 min

Remove the chicken from the oil and drain on a wire rack.

Step 14
~5 min

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For extra crispy karaage, double fry the chicken.

Adjust the amount of ginger and garlic to your taste.

Serve with lemon wedges or your favorite dipping sauce.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Marinate the chicken ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot with rice and miso soup.

Serve as an appetizer with dipping sauce.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Rice
Miso soup
Japanese pickles (tsukemono)

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Japan

Cultural Significance

A popular and beloved comfort food in Japan.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Party
Snack
Dinner

Popularity Score

70/100

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