Crispy and Juicy Chicken Karaage for Bento Recipe

Name: Crispy and Juicy Chicken Karaage for Bento
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 Chicken thigh meat; 2 tbsp Grated ginger; 2 tsp Grated garlic; 3 tbsp Soy sauce; 2 tbsp Sake; 2 tbsp Sesame oil; 1 Egg; 3 tbsp Plain flour; 3 tbsp Katakuriko; 1 Frying oil

Servings: persons

1
Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
2
Pat dry the extra moisture.
3
Put them in a plastic bag, and marinate with the ingredients for over 30 minutes, over 2 hours if possible.
4
Put in the beaten egg, and rub.
5
And add the mixture of flour and katakuriko, and rub in.
6
If you want to bring karaage for a lunch, prepare this the previous night to save time in the morning.
7
Heat the oil to 170C and deep-fry the chicken.
8
When you drop them into the oil, adjust the shape of each pieces of the chicken to look neat.
9
Let them sit for 5 minutes, and deep-fry at 180C to make them crisp.

512

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 Chicken thigh meat, 2 tbsp Grated ginger, 2 tsp Grated garlic, 3 tbsp Soy sauce, and more.

Yes, Crispy and Juicy Chicken Karaage for Bento falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Crispy and Juicy Chicken Karaage for Bento

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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