Youn’s Kitchen Style Soy Garlic Chicken Bites
Crispy Chicken Bites with Savory Soy Garlic Sauce Recipe
Experience the deliciousness of Youn’s Kitchen with these addictive chicken bites! Featuring a crispy exterior and juicy interior, these chicken pieces are coated in a special sweet and savory soy garlic sauce that’s loved by everyone, young and old. They make the perfect snack! The irresistible charm of these bites means you can’t stop at just one, and they taste absolutely divine when enjoyed warm!
Main Ingredients- 500g chicken breast
- 1 cup chicken fry mix (or tempura flour)
- 1 Tbsp crushed peanuts
Sweet & Savory Soy Garlic Sauce- 2 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1/2 Tbsp sugar
- 2 Tbsp corn syrup (or oligodang)
- 1 Tbsp pear juice or onion extract
- 1 Tbsp mirin (or cooking wine)
- 1/2 Tbsp minced garlic
- 2 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1/2 Tbsp sugar
- 2 Tbsp corn syrup (or oligodang)
- 1 Tbsp pear juice or onion extract
- 1 Tbsp mirin (or cooking wine)
- 1/2 Tbsp minced garlic
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, cut the 500g of chicken breast into bite-sized pieces, about 2-3 cm. To remove any gamey smell and season the chicken, lightly sprinkle with salt and pepper. Mix well and let it marinate for about 10 minutes.
Step 2
In a bowl, combine 1 cup of fry mix with 2/3 cup of water to create a batter with a few lumps; avoid overmixing, as this can develop gluten and make the coating tough. Add the marinated chicken pieces and toss thoroughly to ensure the batter evenly coats each piece.
Step 3
In a pot, heat enough cooking oil to generously cover the chicken to 190°C (375°F). You can test the temperature by dropping a wooden chopstick into the oil; if small bubbles form around it, the oil is ready. Carefully add the battered chicken pieces to the hot oil. Fry over medium heat for about 8 minutes, until golden brown and crispy. Flipping them halfway through will ensure even cooking. Adjust the frying time based on the size of the chicken pieces.
Step 4
Once fried to a perfect crisp, remove the chicken pieces and place them on a wire rack to drain excess oil, or lay them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb the grease. This step helps maintain the crispiness of the coating.
Step 5
Now, let’s make the sweet and savory soy garlic sauce. In a frying pan, combine 2 Tbsp soy sauce, 1/2 Tbsp sugar, 2 Tbsp corn syrup, 1 Tbsp pear juice (or onion extract), 1 Tbsp mirin, and 1/2 Tbsp minced garlic. Bring to a simmer over medium-low heat. Once the sauce slightly thickens, add the fried chicken. Increase the heat to medium-high and stir-fry quickly for about 1 to 1.5 minutes, ensuring the sauce coats every piece of chicken. Be careful not to burn the sauce.
Step 6
Finally, transfer the well-coated, warm soy garlic chicken bites to a serving dish. Sprinkle generously with 1 Tbsp of crushed peanuts for an extra nutty crunch. Your delicious Youn’s Kitchen-style chicken bites are ready to be enjoyed! It’s highly recommended to serve and eat them immediately while they’re warm.
