Sugar-Free Karaage

Experience the irresistible crunch and bold flavors of Sugar-Free Karaage, a healthier twist on Japan's beloved fried chicken dish. Featuring tender, bite-sized pieces of boneless chicken thighs marinated in a savory blend of soy sauce, fresh ginger, garlic, sesame oil, and sake, this recipe skips added sugars without skimping on taste. Coated in a light, crispy layer of potato starch and fried to golden perfection, each piece boasts a satisfying texture and vibrant flavor. This easy-to-make karaage is perfect as a guilt-free appetizer, snack, or main dish served alongside rice and a crisp salad. With its quick prep time and crowd-pleasing nature, Sugar-Free Karaage is sure to become a go-to favorite for fans of Japanese cuisine. Perfectly balanced and deliciously indulgent, this recipe proves that you don’t need sugar to savor a truly unforgettable meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g Boneless chicken thighs
• 3 tbsp Soy sauce
• 1 tbsp Fresh ginger
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 2 tbsp Sake
• 1 tsp Sesame oil
• 1 Egg
• 100 g Potato starch
• 500 ml Vegetable oil
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Prepare the chicken thighs by cutting them into bite-sized pieces, roughly 1-1.5 inches in size.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, grated ginger, minced garlic, sake, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine the marinade.

Step 3

Add the chicken pieces to the marinade, ensuring each piece is well coated. Allow the chicken to marinate for at least 30 minutes. If time allows, marinate for up to 1 hour in the refrigerator for enhanced flavor.

Step 4

After marinating, beat the egg in a small bowl and add it to the marinated chicken, mixing thoroughly to coat all pieces.

Step 5

Spread the potato starch on a large plate or shallow dish. Dredge each piece of marinated chicken in the potato starch, pressing lightly to ensure an even coating.

Step 6

In a deep frying pan or pot, heat the vegetable oil to 170°C (340°F). Lower the chicken pieces carefully into the oil, frying them in batches to avoid overcrowding.

Step 7

Fry each batch of chicken for about 5-7 minutes, or until they turn golden brown and are crispy on the outside.

Step 8

Use a slotted spoon to remove the fried chicken from the oil and drain on paper towels.

Step 9

Serve the sugar-free karaage hot as an appetizer or with a side of rice and salad for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1231.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5272.7

Total Fat 513.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 80.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 291.7g
Cholesterol 629.3mg	0%
Sodium 3396.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 91.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.4g	0%
Total Sugars 0.7g
Protein 111.1g	0%

Vitamin D 48IU	0%
Calcium 133.4mg	0%
Iron 7.2mg	0%
Potassium 1323.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 85.1%

Protein: 8.2%

Carbs: 6.7%