Chinese-Flavored Fried Chicken with Green Onion-Gin

Name: Chinese-Flavored Fried Chicken with Green Onion-Ginger Dipping Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup soy sauce; 1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions; 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro; 1 1/2 teaspoons finely chopped peeled fresh ginger; 1 1/2 teaspoons hot chili sesame oil; 3 large eggs; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 2 teaspoons oriental sesame oil; 1 4-to-4 1/2 pound whole chicken, cut into 12 pieces; 1 quart vegetable oil; 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour; 3 tablespoons ground ginger; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon ground pepper; 2 1-inch pieces fresh ginger, halved lengthwise

Servings: persons

1/2 cup soy sauce
1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro
1 1/2 teaspoons finely chopped peeled fresh ginger
1 1/2 teaspoons hot chili sesame oil
3 large eggs
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons oriental sesame oil
1 4-to-4 1/2 pound whole chicken, cut into 12 pieces
1 quart vegetable oil
1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
3 tablespoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground pepper
2 1-inch pieces fresh ginger, halved lengthwise

1
Whisk all ingredients in small bowl to blend.
2
(Can be prepared 1 day ahead.
3
Cover and refrigerate.)
4
Whisk eggs, soy sauce and sesame oil in large bowl to blend.
5
Add chicken to egg mixture, turning to coat.
6
Cover; chill at least 2 hours or overnight.
7
Heat vegetable oil in heavy large pot over medium-high heat to 375F.
8
Mix flour, ground ginger, salt and pepper in another bowl.
9
Add chicken thighs and drumsticks to flour mixture; turn to coat.
10
Add fresh ginger to oil.
11
Fry chicken thighs and drumsticks in hot oil until golden and cooked through, about 10 minutes per side.
12
Using tongs, transfer chicken to paper towels; drain.
13
Coat chicken breasts and wings with flour mixture.
14
Fry until golden and cooked through, about 6 minutes per side.
15
Transfer to paper towels.
16
(Can be made 2 hours ahead.
17
Let stand at room temperature.)
18
Serve with dipping sauce.

656

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup soy sauce, 1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions, 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro, 1 1/2 teaspoons finely chopped peeled fresh ginger, and more.

Yes, Chinese-Flavored Fried Chicken with Green Onion-Ginger Dipping Sauce falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Chinese-Flavored Fried Chicken with Green Onion-Ginger Dipping Sauce

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