Juicy Karaage Fried Chicken with Cheap Chicken Brea

Name: Juicy Karaage Fried Chicken with Cheap Chicken Breasts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Chicken breasts; 1 tbsp Sake; 1 tsp Sugar; 1/4 tsp Salt; 1 Frying oil; 1 Coating; 2 tbsp *Soy sauce; 1/2 tbsp *Honey; 1 tsp *Sesame oil; 1 *Grated garlic; 1 tsp *Ginger juice (or grated ginger); 1 * Shichimi spice; 1/2 Egg ( You can also make it without using egg --> Refer to Step 5); 80 grams Katakuriko; 3 Chicken breasts; 1 1/2 tbsp Sake; 1 1/2 tsp Sugar; 1/2 tsp Salt; 1 Frying oil; 1 (Coating); 3 tbsp *Soy sauce; 1 tbsp *Honey; 1 1/2 tsp *Sesame oil; 1 *Grated garlic; 1 1/2 tsp *Squeezed ginger juice (or grated ginger); 1 * Shichimi spice; 1 Egg; 150 grams Katakuriko

Servings: persons

2 Chicken breasts
1 tbsp Sake
1 tsp Sugar
1/4 tsp Salt
1 Frying oil
1 Coating
2 tbsp *Soy sauce
1/2 tbsp *Honey
1 tsp *Sesame oil
1 *Grated garlic
1 tsp *Ginger juice (or grated ginger)
1 * Shichimi spice
1/2 Egg ( You can also make it without using egg --> Refer to Step 5)
80 grams Katakuriko
3 Chicken breasts
1 1/2 tbsp Sake
1 1/2 tsp Sugar
1/2 tsp Salt
1 Frying oil
1 (Coating)
3 tbsp *Soy sauce
1 tbsp *Honey
1 1/2 tsp *Sesame oil
1 *Grated garlic
1 1/2 tsp *Squeezed ginger juice (or grated ginger)
1 * Shichimi spice
1 Egg
150 grams Katakuriko

1
Cut the chicken breasts into pieces and put into a bowl.
2
Add the sake, sugar, and salt, and mix together.
3
(Prepare the salted chicken marinade to make the chicken tender).
4
Add the * coating ingredients into the bowl from Step 1 and mix well.
5
Set aside.
6
(At this point, if you let sit for long time, the sauce will soak into the center and help the flavors settle.)
7
If not using eggs: Rub in the * ingredients, let them soak in for a while and then add 8 tablespoons of katakuriko to the chicken and use chopsticks to mix.
8
Adjust the amount of katakuriko based on the size of the egg.
9
Make it so that the batter for the coating has an appropriate texture.
10
If not using egg: Rub in the * ingredients, let them soak in for a while and then add 8 tablespoons of katakuriko to the chicken and use chopsticks to mix.
11
Deep-fry the chicken from Step 3 or Step 5 in oil over medium heat.
12
( If you use high heat, the coating will burn).
13
Without the egg (adding egg to the batter results in juicier karaage).

846

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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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
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 28 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Chicken breasts, 1 tbsp Sake, 1 tsp Sugar, 1/4 tsp Salt, and more.

Yes, Juicy Karaage Fried Chicken with Cheap Chicken Breasts 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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Juicy Karaage Fried Chicken with Cheap Chicken Breasts

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Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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