Crispy Chicken Karaage
Japanese fried chicken thighs marinated in soy, ginger, and garlic, then air-fried until golden and crunchy. Serve with lemon and mayo for dipping—ready in under 20 minutes.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 485
- Protein
- 42g
Ingredients
- 1.25 lb chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- 1 tbsp mirin
- 1 whole lemon
- ¼ cup Japanese mayonnaise or regular mayo
Instructions
- 1
Cut chicken thighs into 2-inch bite-size pieces. Pat dry with paper towels.
- 2
Toss chicken with soy sauce, ginger, mirin, salt, and pepper. Let sit 5 minutes.
- 3
Mix flour and cornstarch in a shallow bowl. Coat chicken pieces evenly.
- 4
Preheat air fryer to 400°F. Arrange chicken in a single layer (work in batches if needed).
- 5
Air fry 12–14 minutes until golden brown and crispy, shaking basket halfway through.
- 6
Cut lemon into wedges. Serve karaage hot with lemon and mayo for dipping.
Tools you’ll need
- cutting board and knife
- paper towels
- medium bowl
- shallow bowl
- air fryer basket
- tongs
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