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Hawaiian Mochiko Chicken

Crispy Hawaiian Mochiko Chicken: A Gluten-Free Comfort Dish

Enjoy a delightful Hawaiian Mochiko Chicken with a crispy coating and juicy, tender meat, perfect for any meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Marinating Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

Marinade
  • 1 lb Chicken Thighs boneless and skinless
  • 1 cup Mochiko Flour can substitute with glutinous rice flour
  • 1/2 cup Potato Starch can also use corn starch
  • 2 large Eggs binds the coating
  • 1/4 cup Gluten-Free Soy Sauce ensure it's labeled gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons Sugar balances flavors
  • 2 tablespoons Mirin can swap with a mix of sugar and water
  • 2 tablespoons Scallions can be omitted if not available
  • 2 cloves Garlic using fresh will yield the best flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger fresh ginger is preferable
For Serving
  • 1/2 cup Spicy Mayo mix sriracha with mayonnaise
  • Furikake optional, but recommended

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Dutch Oven
  • candy thermometer
  • wire rack

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together mochiko flour, potato starch, eggs, sugar, gluten-free soy sauce, mirin, chopped scallions, minced garlic, and grated ginger until smooth.
  2. Cut the chicken thighs into 2-inch strips and coat them with the prepared marinade. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or preferably overnight.
  3. Heat enough vegetable oil in a Dutch oven to reach 3 inches deep to 350°F (175°C).
  4. Carefully fry the marinated chicken pieces in batches for about 4-5 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Drain on a wire rack.
  5. Drizzle the cooked chicken with spicy mayo and sprinkle with furikake before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Maintain a steady oil temperature for the crispiest chicken. Marinating longer enhances flavor.

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