Mochiko Asian Fried Chicken

Chicken is marinated with classic Chinese ingredients then dredged and fried for something divine.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 40 mins
• Total Time: 50 mins
• Calories: 877 Calories

Ingredients

• 4 eggs
• 4 teaspoons salt
• 5 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 green onions, chopped
• 5 pounds boneless chicken thighs, cut in half
• 2 cups vegetable oil, for deep frying
• 0.25 cup white sugar
• 0.25 cup cornstarch
• 0.25 cup oyster sauce
• 0.5 cup sweet rice flour (mochiko)

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

Step 2

Combine eggs, cornstarch, sugar, garlic, rice flour, salt, green onions, and oyster sauce in a large bowl. Mix well. Stir in the chicken thighs, making sure to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Remove from refrigerator about 10 minutes prior to frying.

Step 3

Cook chicken in the hot oil in batches, until golden brown and no longer pink inside.