Fried Five Spice Chicken

Make this simple fried chicken that's crispy outside and juicy inside! The fragrant five-spice powder to give the chicken a burst of delicious flavour.

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Course: dinner, lunch, Snack

Cuisine: asian, Chinese

Diet: Low Lactose

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 10

Total Time: 20

Servings:

Calories: 3968kcal

Author: Lei

Ingredients

3 boneless chicken thighs cut in 4cm cubes
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon rice wine
3 cups water
1 cup Self-rising flour
2 teaspoon five spice powder
1 teaspoon salt
800 ml oil
1 cup Basil optional

Instructions

Mix together soy sauce, rice wine and water in a container. Then soak the chicken, refrigerated overnight.
In a bowl, combine the flour, salt and five spice powder until thoroughly mixed.
In a deep fryer, heat oil to 375°. Dip the chicken cubes in the flour mix. Shake well to coat completely. Fry chicken for 3-5 minutes until lightly golden brown. Drain on paper towels and rest for 2-3 minutes, then fry again until golden brown.
Fried the basil leaves, mix with the fried chicken and serve.

Notes

Soaking the chicken in marinade overnight in the fridge makes the chicken extra flavourful and juicy.

The basic ratio of five spice powder and salt is 2:1. Adjust the taste balance to your liking.

Make the fried chicken extra crispy with the double frying method.

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