Delicious Hawaiian Mochiko Chicken Recipe

Name: Delicious Hawaiian Mochiko Chicken Recipe
Total time: 4 hrs 25 mins
Ingredients: 0.25 cup white sugar; 0.25 cup mochiko (sweet rice flour); 0.25 cup cornstarch; 0.5 teaspoon salt; 2 large eggs; 0.5 cup sliced green onions; 5 tablespoons soy sauce (such as Aloha™ Shoyu); 2 tablespoons sesame seeds; 4 cloves garlic, minced, or more to taste; 3 pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into strips; 2 cups vegetable oil for frying

This authentic mochiko chicken recipe will quickly become a family favorite! If you've never tried mochiko chicken, you're in for a treat. It's a popular dish at potlucks, tailgates, and gatherings. Mochiko, or Japanese sweet rice flour, creates a light and crispy batter. I prepare a large batch for my family regularly, and it's always a hit with no leftovers!

Total time4 hrs 25 mins
Prep time15 mins
Cook time10 mins
Yield10

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Instructions

In a bowl, combine sugar, mochiko flour, cornstarch, and salt.
In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, green onions, soy sauce, sesame seeds, and minced garlic. Gradually whisk the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until a smooth batter forms.
Gently fold the chicken strips into the prepared batter. Allow the chicken to marinate in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, for optimal flavor.
Pour approximately 1 1/2 inches of oil into a deep saucepan and heat over medium heat. Fry the marinated chicken strips in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan, until they are golden brown and cooked through, about 7 minutes. The internal temperature should reach 165 degrees F (74 degrees C) when tested with an instant-read thermometer.

Nutrition

Calories: 316 kcal
Fat Content: 16 g
Fiber Content: 1 g
Sugar Content: 5 g
Sodium Content: 669 mg
Protein Content: 28 g
Cholesterol Content: 130 mg
Carbohydrate Content: 14 g
Saturated Fat Content: 4 g
Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g