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Hawaiian Mochiko Chicken

Crispy Hawaiian Mochiko Chicken for Quick Comfort Nights

Crispy Hawaiian Mochiko Chicken is a quick, gluten-free dish bursting with tropical flavors, perfect for busy nights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinating Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1 pound Chicken Thighs boneless and skinless
  • 1 cup Mochiko Flour or any glutinous rice flour
  • 1/2 cup Potato Starch corn starch is a good alternative
  • 2 large Eggs any size egg works
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce choose gluten-free if necessary
  • 2 tablespoons Sugar coconut sugar is a healthier option
  • 1/4 cup Mirin mix water and sugar if you're out
  • 2 tablespoons Scallions chopped, green onions can substitute
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced, fresh is always best
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger grated, fresh ginger roots make a difference
For Serving
  • 1/2 cup Spicy Mayo mix of sriracha and mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons Furikake optional but recommended

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Dutch oven
  • candy thermometer
  • Slotted spoon
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together mochiko flour, potato starch, eggs, sugar, soy sauce, mirin, chopped scallions, minced garlic, and grated ginger until smooth.
  2. Cut the chicken thighs into strips and add them to the marinade, ensuring each piece is coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or ideally overnight.
  3. In a Dutch oven, heat enough vegetable oil to submerge the chicken to 350°F (175°C), ensuring the oil is shimmering but not smoking.
  4. Carefully add chicken pieces to the hot oil, cooking in batches for about 4-5 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Transfer to a wire rack to drain excess oil.
  5. Drizzle the fried chicken with spicy mayo and sprinkle with furikake before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Monitor oil temperature and allow fried chicken to rest on a wire rack for optimum crispiness. Customize spicy mayo according to taste preferences.

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