Crispy Hawaiian Garlic Chicken made with a soy garlic sauce and fried jalapeño rings. This is a spicy version of your favorite island takeout!
Crispy Hawaiian Garlic Chicken
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pound chicken thighs boneless and skinless
- 1 jalapeno sliced (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
- oil for frying
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 3 tablespoons water
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 2 tablespoons garlic minced
Instructions
- Cut the chicken into 1 inch pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- Slice the jalapeno into 1/4 thick slices [if using].
- Heat oil on high heat, to 350 degrees.
- In a bowl, mix the flour and cornstarch and coat the chicken in the mixture.
- Add about 1/4 of the chicken to the oil at a time, frying in batches.
- Once the chicken is fried add the jalapeños to the oil and fry for 30 seconds.
- While the chicken is frying add the rest of the ingredients to a saucepan and bring it to a boil, whisking well.
- When the mixture reaches a boil, turn off the heat.
- Once all the chicken is fried, toss it with the sauce mixture.
Receipe Adapted From >>> dinnerthendessert.com