Mochiko Chicken
Mochiko Chicken
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| Meal type | Main Dish |
| Misc | Child Friendly, Serve Hot |
Mochiko chicken is a popular Hawaiian island fried chicken.
Ingredients
- 3.5 - 5lb skinless boneless chicken thighs (cut into thirds)
- 2/3 cups cornstarch
- 1/3 cup mochiko
- 1/3 cup sugar (this can be cut down to 1/4 cup)
- 1/3 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons green onions (chopped)
- 2 eggs
- oil for frying
Optional
- 1/2 teaspoon sesame seed
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Note
I don't use any pepper flakes (kids won't let me), but you can add 1/4 tsp. to add some heat. The 1/2 T. of sesame seeds are optional too, but I like to add them in for some extra sesame flavor without it being too overpowering.
Directions
| Step 1 | |
 In a large sealable container, combine all the ingredients and mix well. It will be on the thicker side, but will thin out as the chicken marinates. Set aside. | |
| Step 2 | |
 Cut chicken thighs into three equal pieces. | |
| Step 3 | |
 Add chicken to the mix and stir to coat well. Cover the container and let the chicken marinate overnight. | |
| Step 4 | |
| Remove chicken from refrigerator and stir until all chicken pieces are coated well. Some of the cornstarch mixture may have settled to the bottom, creating a thick paste, but just mix it back up. *The mixture will be thinner. Just make sure you coat each piece with the mix before frying. | |
| Step 5 | |
 Place about one inch of oil in your pan. Heat oil and fry pieces till golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Serve. | |