Description
Crispy Karaage Lettuce Cups are a delightful fusion of flavor and texture, featuring juicy chicken marinated in soy sauce, ginger, and garlic, then fried to a perfect golden brown. Each bite provides a satisfying crunch wrapped in refreshing lettuce leaves, making them ideal for casual dinners or festive gatherings. These versatile cups can be enjoyed as appetizers or main dishes, ensuring they will impress your guests while delivering a burst of umami goodness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1/2 cup rice flour
- 8 large lettuce leaves (iceberg or butter)
- 2 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Marinate chicken: In a bowl, combine soy sauce, minced garlic, and grated ginger with the chicken thighs. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare coating: In another bowl, mix rice flour with a pinch of salt.
- Heat oil: Pour vegetable oil into a deep pan and heat to about 350°F (175°C).
- Fry chicken: Carefully fry marinated chicken thighs in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes per side.
- Drain: Transfer cooked chicken onto paper towels to absorb excess oil.
- Assemble cups: Fill lettuce leaves with crispy chicken pieces and add desired toppings.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 lettuce cups (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg