Crispy Taiwanese Fried Chicken

Ingredients

Chicken thighs

1 pound, boneless and skinless

Soy sauce

3 tablespoons

Garlic

3 cloves, minced

Ginger

1 tablespoon, minced

White pepper

1 teaspoon

Sugar

1 teaspoon

Salt

to taste

Vegetable oil

for frying

Cornstarch

1/2 cup

Sweet potato starch

1/2 cup

Instructions

1. In a bowl, marinate the chicken thighs with soy sauce, minced garlic, minced ginger, white pepper, and sugar for at least 30 minutes.
2. In another bowl, combine the cornstarch and sweet potato starch, mixing well.
3. Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large saucepan to 350°F (175°C).
4. Dredge the marinated chicken thighs in the starch mixture, ensuring an even coating and shaking off any excess.
5. Carefully lower the chicken thighs into the hot oil and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes, ensuring they are cooked through.
6. Drain the fried chicken on paper towels and season with salt and white pepper to taste.
7. Serve the Taiwanese Fried Chicken hot with the prepared dipping sauce.