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The Basic - Japanese Fried Chicken Drumstick (Karaage) - Recipe Video

A simple and easy to understand recipe video shows how to make The Basic - Japanese Fried Chicken Drumstick (Karaage).
This is the basic soy sauce-based Japanese fried chicken drumstick (karaage). The simple soy sauce-based seasoning is perfect for both rice and finger food. The outer layer is crispy, meat juice bursting out and you will never stop eating this dish. You should definitely give it a try!
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Cook time

50 minutes

Ingredients
2 servings

  • Chicken drumstick
    400 g
  • (A)Soy sauce
    2.5 tbsp
  • (A)Cooking sake
    2.5 tbsp
  • (A)Salt and pepper mix
    1/4 tsp
  • (A)Grated ginger
    1.5 tsp
  • Starch
    3 tbsp
  • Frying oil
    as needed
  • Mesclun greens
    as needed

How to make

  1. 1. Add chicken drumstick and (A) to zipper bag, rub well, and marinate in refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
  2. 2. Drain the liquid and coat with starch.
  3. 3. Pour 2-inch depth of frying oil to a pot, heat to 180℃ (360°F), and add Step 1. Deep-fry for about 6 minutes until the batter is crispy and cooked through, then drain the oil.
  4. 4. Place mesclun greens, then Step 3 on a plate, and it's ready to serve.

Tips for cooking

Please adjust the amount of seasonings to your liking.

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