Tatsuta Age (marinated Fried Chicken)

May 28, 2023May 28, 20230 4

Quick and easy Tatsuta Age (marinated Fried Chicken) recipe for your dinner

by The Chefin Asian

Prep

35 min (including marinating time)

Cook

5 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

470

Sugar

Fat

27g

Tatsuta Age is a popular Japanese dish consisting of marinated chicken that is coated in cornflour and deep-fried until crispy and golden brown. The marinade is made with Japanese soy sauce, sake, and sugar which gives it a unique flavor. This dish is typically served with white rice and a dipping sauce. It can be enjoyed as an appetizer or a main course depending on the portion size.

Instructions

1.	Cut the boneless chicken into bite-sized pieces and put them in a plastic bag.
2.	Combine the Japanese soy sauce, sake, and sugar in a small bowl and whisk until the sugar is dissolved.
3.	Pour the marinade over the chicken in the plastic bag and massage the bag with your hands to make sure the chicken is coated evenly.
4.	Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or ideally 2-3 hours.
5.	Heat oil in a deep frying pan or pot over medium heat.
6.	Sprinkle cornflour over the chicken to coat each piece evenly.
7.	Fry the chicken in the oil until crispy and golden brown, about 4-5 minutes.
8.	Serve hot with white rice and your favorite dipping sauce.

PROS

Tatsuta Age is a delicious and crispy fried chicken with a unique flavor from the marinade.

It is quick and easy to make, and perfect for a family dinner or appetizer.

It can be enjoyed with a variety of dipping sauces and side dishes.

CONS

This dish is deep-fried which makes it high in calories and fat.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

It requires marinating time which requires planning ahead.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is a good source of protein, and the Japanese soy sauce adds some flavor without adding too much salt or fat.
The marinade contains sake, which may offer some cardiovascular benefits when consumed in moderation.
The cornflour coating is gluten-free, which makes it a good option for people with gluten sensitivities.

	1 lb boneless chicken
	3 tablespoons Japanese soy sauce
	2 tablespoons sake ( Japanese rice wine )
	2 tablespoons sugar
	4 tablespoons cornflour
	oil ( for deep frying )