Description
Hawaiian Garlic Fried Chicken is a mouthwatering dish that brings the vibrant flavors of the islands right to your kitchen. Featuring crispy double-fried chicken pieces tossed in a sweet and savory glaze made from shoyu, brown sugar, and chili garlic sauce, this recipe is perfect for any occasion. Whether it’s a family dinner or a gathering with friends, this dish promises to be a hit. With its irresistible crunch and flavor explosion, Hawaiian Garlic Fried Chicken will leave everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 3/4 cup potato starch
- 1/2 cup shoyu (Japanese soy sauce)
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 2 Tbsp chili garlic sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces. In a bowl, mix potato starch, garlic powder, and salt; coat the chicken in this mixture. Refrigerate for at least one hour.
- Heat vegetable oil in a heavy-bottomed pan to about 175°F (medium heat).
- Fry the chicken in batches until lightly browned (8-10 minutes). Remove and let rest on paper towels.
- After a brief rest, return the chicken to the hot oil for an additional 2-3 minutes until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
- Mix all sauce ingredients in a large bowl and toss the hot chicken until coated before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: For added flavor, marinate the coated chicken overnight. Adjust spiciness by adding more chili garlic sauce or fresh chilies. Serve with rice or salad for a complete meal.