Bang Bang Chicken Spicy Bites (Printable Version)
Tender chicken thighs coated in a creamy, spicy peanut sauce with white rice accompaniment.
# Everything You’ll Need:
→ Chicken and Marinade
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4 chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
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2 tbsp soy sauce
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1 tbsp sake
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1 tbsp mirin
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1 tsp sesame oil
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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2 tsp ginger, minced
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½ tsp salt
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½ tsp white pepper
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1 egg white, beaten
→ Coating and Frying
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Potato starch, for coating
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Neutral oil, for deep frying
→ Bang Bang Sauce
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½ cup mayonnaise
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¼ cup plus 1 tbsp Thai sweet chili sauce
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3 tbsp sriracha or chili sauce
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1 tbsp lemon juice
# Steps to Cook:
01 -
In a bowl, combine chicken pieces with soy sauce, sake, mirin, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, white pepper, salt, and beaten egg white. Mix thoroughly and refrigerate for 1 hour or overnight.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and lemon juice until smooth. Set aside.
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Dredge the marinated chicken pieces in potato starch, ensuring an even coating. Deep fry in hot neutral oil for 5 to 6 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Drain excess oil.
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Quickly toss the fried chicken with the prepared sauce until evenly coated. Serve immediately over hot steamed rice and garnish with sliced green onions or chives.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Marinating overnight enhances the depth of flavor and tenderizes the chicken thoroughly.