Description
Crispy Hawaiian Garlic Chicken: A Spicy Island-Inspired Delight brings the tropical essence of Hawaii straight to your dinner table. This dish features juicy chicken thighs coated in a light, crispy batter, all enveloped in a savory soy garlic sauce that perfectly balances sweet and spicy flavors. Ideal for family gatherings or a cozy dinner, this recipe is simple enough for beginners yet impressive enough to wow seasoned cooks. Serve it with rice, in wraps, or as an appetizer—its versatility knows no bounds. Get ready to transport your taste buds to paradise!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 jalapeño (optional), sliced
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup flour
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Oil for frying
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup sugar
- 3 tablespoons water
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
Instructions
- Cut chicken thighs into 1-inch pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- If using jalapeño, slice it into rings.
- In a bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, salt, and pepper; dredge chicken pieces in this mixture.
- Heat oil in a deep frying pan to about 350°F (175°C).
- Fry chicken in batches for 4-5 minutes until golden brown; drain on paper towels.
- Fry jalapeño slices for about 30 seconds until crispy; drain on paper towels.
- In a saucepan, combine soy sauce, sugar, water, ginger, and garlic; bring to a boil and simmer.
- Toss fried chicken with the sauce and serve topped with crispy jalapeños.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (about 85g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 95mg