Tender & Juicy Yu Lin Chi (Chinese Deep-fried Chick

Name: Tender & Juicy Yu Lin Chi (Chinese Deep-fried Chicken)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Chicken breasts or thigh; 1/4 Lettuce; 1 tsp Ginger (grated); 1 clove Garlic (grated); 1 tbsp Sake; 1 tbsp Soy sauce; 1/2 a stalk Japanese leek (finely chopped); 3 tbsp Soy sauce; 3 tbsp Vinegar; 1 tbsp Sugar; 1 tbsp Sake; 1 tbsp Sesame oil; 1 Katakuriko; 1 Flour; 1 Vegetable oil for deep frying

Servings: persons

2 Chicken breasts or thigh
1/4 Lettuce
1 tsp Ginger (grated)
1 clove Garlic (grated)
1 tbsp Sake
1 tbsp Soy sauce
1/2 a stalk Japanese leek (finely chopped)
3 tbsp Soy sauce
3 tbsp Vinegar
1 tbsp Sugar
1 tbsp Sake
1 tbsp Sesame oil
1 Katakuriko
1 Flour
1 Vegetable oil for deep frying

1
Spread out the chicken breast; slit open the center to even out the thickness.
2
Poke holes into the skin side with a fork.
3
Marinate in the ingredients for 20 minutes.
4
Coat Step 1 in flour and shake off the excess.
5
Put the oil in the frying pan and place the chicken in the pan without heating it first.
6
Then turn the heat to medium.
7
Slowly and patiently deep-fry the chicken.
8
Once it has turned golden brown, flip over and fry for another 7-8 minutes.
9
Lastly, turn the heat to high and once the sound of the oil changes, remove the chicken.
10
Put the ingredients into a heat-resistant dish and microwave for 1 minute.
11
It's very hot so let it cool a bit before slicing.
12
Arrange shredded lettuce on a plate and place the fried chicken on top.
13
Top with onion sauce.

455

kcal

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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.
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: 2 Chicken breasts or thigh, 1/4 Lettuce, 1 tsp Ginger (grated), 1 clove Garlic (grated), and more.

Yes, Tender & Juicy Yu Lin Chi (Chinese Deep-fried Chicken) 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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Tender & Juicy Yu Lin Chi (Chinese Deep-fried Chicken)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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