Crispy Hawaiian Mochiko Chicken for Flavorful Family Feasts
Crispy Hawaiian Mochiko Chicken is a delightful dish that combines a crunchy exterior with tender, juicy chicken. This recipe brings the vibrant flavors of Hawaii to your dining table, making it an ideal choice for family feasts or casual gatherings. The unique coating made from mochiko flour ensures each bite is perfectly crispy while infusing the chicken with a savory marinade. Quick and easy to prepare, this dish can be served as an appetizer, main course, or even in wraps for a fun twist. Topped with a spicy mayo and furikake, it’s sure to impress your guests with its irresistible taste and texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Ingredients
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- 1 pound chicken thighs (cut into 2-inch strips)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup mochiko flour
- 1/4 cup potato starch
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon ginger (minced)
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a large bowl, mix soy sauce, sugar, and add chicken strips. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Prepare the coating: Beat eggs in one bowl and mix mochiko flour with potato starch in another.
- Coat the chicken: Dip marinated chicken in egg mixture followed by dredging it in mochiko flour until well-coated.
- Fry: Heat oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Fry chicken strips in batches until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes per batch.
- Serve: Drain excess oil on paper towels and serve hot with spicy mayo and furikake sprinkled on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (75g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 120mg