Fried Chicken with Ginger Dressing Recipe

Name: Fried Chicken with Ginger Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 each chicken legs with thighs attached (about 2 1/2 pounds); 1 teaspoon salt; ⅛ teaspoon white pepper; 2 each scallions, spring or green onions; 3 each ginger root thin slices; 2 tablespoons rice wine; 3 cups iceberg lettuce shredded; 1/4 cup sugar; 1/4 cup rice vinegar; 3 tablespoons chicken broth; 2 tablespoons soy sauce, tamari; 1 tablespoon sesame oil; ⅓ cup scallions, spring or green onions white part only; 2 tablespoons ginger root minced, fresh; 2 tablespoons parsley leaves minced fresh; 1 each egg whites small; 4 tablespoons cornstarch; 4 cups vegetable oil

Servings: persons

4 each chicken legs with thighs attached (about 2 1/2 pounds)
1 teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon white pepper
2 each scallions, spring or green onions
3 each ginger root thin slices
2 tablespoons rice wine
3 cups iceberg lettuce shredded
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup rice vinegar
3 tablespoons chicken broth
2 tablespoons soy sauce, tamari
1 tablespoon sesame oil
⅓ cup scallions, spring or green onions white part only
2 tablespoons ginger root minced, fresh
2 tablespoons parsley leaves minced fresh
1 each egg whites small
4 tablespoons cornstarch
4 cups vegetable oil

1
Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper; rub to coat evenly.
2
Place chicken in non aluminum baking pan.
3
Arrange lettuce on large serving platter.
4
Refrigerate covered.
5
Mix sugar, vinegar, stock, soy sauce and sesame oil in small saucepan.
6
Whisk egg white in small bowl until foamy and double in volume.
7
Heat wok over high heat for 20 seconds; add vegetable oil and heat to 350F (180C).
8
Meanwhile, drain chicken; discard marinade.
9
Pat chicken dry with paper toweling; dust with 2 tablespoons cornstarch.
10
Fry 2 chicken pieces at a time, turning once, until crispy and cooked through, 7 to 9 minutes.
11
Heat stock mixture over medium heat to simmering.
12
Reduce heat to low; simmer for 1 minute.
13
Cut warm chicken into 1/2-inch wide slices; use a meat mallet bones.

2614

kcal

Calories

252

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.
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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 each chicken legs with thighs attached (about 2 1/2 pounds), 1 teaspoon salt, ⅛ teaspoon white pepper, 2 each scallions, spring or green onions, and more.

Yes, Fried Chicken with Ginger Dressing falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Fried Chicken with Ginger Dressing

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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