Follow these steps for perfect results
chicken drummettes
flour
seasoned with salt (optional)
kikkoman light soy sauce
sugar
garlic
minced
green onions
thinly sliced
rice wine vinegar
lemon juice
Tabasco sauce
Thoroughly blend all sauce ingredients (kikkoman light soy sauce, sugar, minced garlic cloves, thinly sliced green onions, rice wine vinegar, lemon juice, and Tabasco sauce) in a medium-sized bowl until sugar is completely dissolved.
Pour the blended sauce into an 8 X 8 inch or similar sized dish.
Set the sauce aside.
Prepare a serving dish by placing a piece of paper towel in the bottom.
Flour the chicken drummettes, ensuring a thorough coating. If the chicken becomes moist, re-flour before frying.
Fry the floured chicken in hot oil over medium heat until golden brown and crisp, turning as necessary to ensure even cooking.
Remove the fried chicken from the oil using tongs, allowing excess oil to drip back into the pan.
Place the chicken directly into the prepared sauce, ensuring it is submerged. Let it soak for 3-5 minutes, turning every couple of minutes, until the chicken is thoroughly saturated with the sauce.
Remove the saturated chicken from the sauce using tongs, allowing excess sauce to drip back into the dish.
Place the sauced chicken on the paper towel-lined serving dish to absorb any remaining excess sauce.
Expert advice for the best results
Adjust the Tabasco sauce to your desired spice level.
For extra crispy chicken, double-fry it.
Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Sauce can be made ahead of time.
Serve on a platter, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.
Serve as an appetizer or snack.
Pair with rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Complements the spiciness and sweetness.
Balances the flavors of the sauce.
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