Taiwanese Fried Chicken (Popcorn Chicken)
Crispy and flavorful bite-sized fried chicken, a popular Taiwanese street food. This recipe uses a dairy-free marinade for a safe and delicious treat.
Ingredients
- about 680 g Chicken Thighs
- 2 tbsp Soy Sauce
- 2 tbsp Rice Wine
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 1 tsp Ginger
- 1/2 tsp White Pepper
- 1/2 tsp Five-Spice Powder
- 1/2 cup Tapioca Starch
- 1/2 cup Potato Starch
- 3 cups Oil
Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.
Instructions
- 1Cut chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces.
- 2In a bowl, combine soy sauce, rice wine, garlic, ginger, white pepper, and five-spice powder. Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours).
- 3In a separate bowl, combine tapioca starch and potato starch.
- 4Dredge chicken pieces in the starch mixture, ensuring they are fully coated.
- 5Heat oil in a large pot or deep fryer to 175°C.
- 6Fry chicken in batches for 3-4 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- 7Remove chicken from the oil and drain on paper towels.
- 8Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
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This content is AI-generated by Safe Plated and is not medical advice. AI can make errors and may miss allergens or cross-contamination risks. Always read physical ingredient labels and verify allergen safety independently before preparing or consuming any food. Consult your allergist for guidance specific to your situation.
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