Japanese-style fried marinated chicken

2 servings

30 minutes

Japanese-style fried marinated chicken is a dish that reflects the harmony of traditional Japanese cuisine. The marinade, based on soy sauce, sake, and oyster sauce, gives the chicken a rich umami flavor with a hint of sweetness. Herbs and spices like cumin and oregano add aromatic depth, while cornmeal creates a crispy golden crust when fried. The dish is perfect for serving with lime wedges, which refresh and complement the taste. It's an excellent option for a cozy family dinner or an eastern-style party. Enjoy the juicy texture and rich flavor of this Japanese delicacy!

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 373.3
• Proteins: 42.1g
• Fats: 5.8g
• Carbohydrates: 27g

Ingredients

• Ginger root: 1 pc
• Light soy sauce: 75 ml
• Sake: 50 ml
• Sugar: 1 tsp
• Chicken fillet: 275 g
• Oyster sauce: 1 tbsp
• Caraway: 0.5 tsp
• Chicken egg: 1 pc
• Oregano: 0.5 tsp
• Corn flour: 2 tsp
• Lime: 1 pc
• Vegetable oil: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Mix grated ginger root, soy sauce, sake, sugar, and oyster sauce. Heat on low until the sugar is completely dissolved. Cool down.

   Required ingredients:

   • Ginger root: 1 piece
   • Light soy sauce: 75 ml
   • Sake: 50 ml
   • Sugar: 1 teaspoon
   • Oyster sauce: 1 tablespoon

2. Cut the chicken into pieces and transfer to a bowl, adding the prepared sauce. Mix well and let it sit for 1 hour or overnight.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken fillet: 275 g

3. Mix the egg, herbs, and corn flour, then add pieces of marinated chicken and mix well.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 1 piece
   • Caraway: 0.5 teaspoon
   • Oregano: 0.5 teaspoon
   • Corn flour: 2 teaspoons

4. Heat a pan filled one-third with oil to 180 degrees. Fry the chicken for 5 minutes until golden brown, making sure the pieces do not stick together.

   Required ingredients:

   • Vegetable oil:  to taste

5. Place on a paper towel and serve with any sauce and lime wedges.

   Required ingredients:

   • Lime: 1 piece