Taiwanese Popcorn Chicken

May 20, 2023May 20, 20230 15
Crispy and flavorful Taiwanese Popcorn Chicken recipe
in Poultry

Prep

40 min

Cook

12 min

Ready In

52 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 medium chicken breasts
2 garlic cloves , minced
1/2 teaspoon ginger , grated
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 tablespoon rice wine
1/2 teaspoon Chinese five spice powder
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1/2 cup sweet potato starch
vegetable oil ( for frying )
white pepper ( to taste )
salt ( to taste )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
557
Sugar
5g
Fat
27g
Taiwanese Popcorn Chicken, also known as Yan Su Ji, originated from the night markets of Taiwan. It is a popular street food and has gained popularity around the world. The chicken pieces are marinated in a flavorful mixture of garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and Chinese five spice powder, which gives them a unique taste. The coating made of sweet potato starch makes the chicken extra crispy and delicious. This recipe is easy to make and perfect for sharing with friends and family.

Instructions

1.Cut chicken breasts into 1-inch pieces and place into a large bowl.
2.Add garlic, ginger, soy sauce, sugar, rice wine, Chinese five spice powder, and sesame oil to the bowl, mix well and marinate for 30 minutes.
3.In a separate bowl, mix sweet potato starch, white pepper, and salt.
4.Coat the marinated chicken pieces with the starch mixture.
5.Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over high heat.
6.When the oil reaches 350°F, add chicken pieces to the oil, working in batches.
7.Fry for 3-4 minutes or until the chicken is crispy and golden brown.
8.Remove chicken from the pot and place it on paper towels to soak up the excess oil.
9.Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

PROS

Taiwanese Popcorn Chicken is a crowd-pleaser and the recipe is easy to follow.
The chicken is crispy, flavorful, and perfect as a snack or a main dish.

CONS

This recipe involves deep-frying, which makes it high in calories and fat.
It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is a good source of protein and low in fat. The marinade for this recipe contains ginger, which has been linked to anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving effects. Garlic is known to boost the immune system and help reduce blood pressure. Sesame oil is believed to have antioxidant properties, which can help reduce the risk of heart disease.

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