Description
A Japanese delight featuring crispy fried chicken marinated in savory flavors, served over a fluffy rice base and topped with fresh vegetables. This comforting dish is perfect for cozy nights or lively gatherings, guaranteed to impress your family and friends with its vibrant colors and mouthwatering taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp mirin
- 1/2 cup rice flour
- 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
- Fresh vegetables (e.g., sliced cucumbers, shredded carrots)
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, mix soy sauce, mirin, garlic, and ginger. Let sit for 10 minutes.
- Marinate the Chicken: Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and coat with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Coat the Chicken: Drain excess marinade and dredge chicken pieces in rice flour until fully coated.
- Fry the Chicken: Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C). Fry chicken in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes per batch.
- Prepare the Rice Base: Cook rice according to package instructions; fluff gently after cooking.
- Assemble Your Bowl: Layer cooked rice in bowls, top with crispy chicken, and garnish with fresh vegetables.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg