What kind of snacks do you like? Fried chicken? French fries? How do you make your own snacks at home? In my Chinese home kitchen, we have some snack recipes that you can make at home. In an earlier recipe, we used chicken breast and breadcrumbs to make fried-chicken cutlets. Today, we will dip chicken breast in a simple Chinese fried-chicken batter recipe to cook a delicious and popular snack.
In Chinese cities, pushcart vendors and small shops offer all kinds of street food. This batter-fried chicken is a common offering, and easy to make. Some street vendors use food additives to make this snack more appealing. However, in My Chinese Home Kitchen, we don’t use food additives and we can still make delicious batter-fried chicken.
Cutting the chicken breast
The first step after trimming and rinsing the chicken breast is to slice it horizontally into individual fillets. To do this, place the breast down on the board and hold firmly with your free hand. Holding your knife parallel to the cutting board, make a horizontal slice through the breast.
This video shows how to cut a chicken breast into fillets, then cut the fillets into shreds. Skip the second part. Instead, cut the fillets lengthwise into pieces about two inches wide.
Chinese Street Food: Batter-Fried Chicken
Equipment
- 1 wok
- 1 heat safe container for hot oil
- 1 mixing bowl
Ingredients
- 1 chicken breast
- Cooking oil for deep-frying
Marinade:
- 3 ml dark soy sauce
- 10 ml light soy sauce
- 5 ml Shaoxing wine substitute dry sherry
- 3 ml ground black pepper
- 3 ml salt
Batter:
- 2 eggs
- 100 g cornstarch
Seasoning:
- Chinese chili powder for garnish or ketchup for dipping
Instructions
Preparation:
- Trim away any fat or skin and rinse the chicken breast.
- Cut the chicken breast horizontally into 3-4 slices. Place the breast on your cutting board, then, holding the knife level and parallel to the cutting board, make a horizontal cut through the chicken. Repeat.1 chicken breast
- Then cut into 5-8 cm (2-3 inch) strips.
- Add dark soy sauce, light soy sauce, cooking wine, ground black pepper, and salt to the chicken breast. Stir to combine. Marinate for 15-20 minutes.3 ml dark soy sauce, 10 ml light soy sauce, 5 ml Shaoxing wine, 3 ml ground black pepper, 3 ml salt
- Add 2 eggs to the cornstarch. Whisk to combine, until evenly mixed. Break up any lumps of starch.2 eggs, 100 g cornstarch
Cooking:
- Fill the wok one-third to half full with deep-frying oil, and heat the oil to 180° C (356° F). Reduce the heat. Coat the chicken strips evenly with batter. Carefully put the batter-coated strips into the hot oil. When the batter firms and becomes a light golden yellow, remove the chicken from the oil. Return the heat to high and bring the oil temperature back to 180° C, then add the chicken strips for a second deep frying. Use a slotted spoon or spider web strainer to turn the chicken. Continue until the chicken strips start to float on the surface of the oil.Cooking oil for deep-frying
- Remove the chicken strips and drain the oil into a large, heat proof container. Sprinkle with some chili powder, or serve with tomato ketchup.Chinese chili powder for garnish
Notes
- Be careful with hot oil
- Use a slotted spoon or spiderweb strainer to turn the chicken strips so that they are evenly cooked.
Nutrition
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I enjoyed it! The chicken is marinated to infuse it with flavour, then coated in a seasoned batter before being deep-fried to golden perfection. The outside is delightfully crispy, providing a satisfying crunch with each bite, while the inside remains tender and juicy.
The batter often includes spices and seasonings that add a subtle kick, making each bite savoury and slightly spicy. It’s a popular street food because it’s not only flavorful but also portable and easy to eat on the go.
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Thanks for stopping by. Hope you enjoy more of our recipes. If you like deep-fried, have you tried Jing’s deep-fried garlic ribs?
These are delicious. The batter has an unusual texture compared to crispy-battered American fried chicken. The flavor is terrific.