Super Simple Popcorn Chicken Mayo Rice Bowl
Super Simple Popcorn Chicken Mayo Rice Bowl
Delicious One-Bowl Meal: Popcorn Chicken Mayo Rice Bowl Recipe
Got leftover popcorn chicken? Or short on time? This recipe lets you whip up a satisfying and delicious one-bowl meal in minutes! It’s a go-to recipe for busy days or when you don’t have many ingredients on hand.
Main Ingredients- 200g Popcorn Chicken (approx. 30 pieces)
- 3 bowls of warm rice
- 1 small onion (approx. 100g)
- 3 fresh eggs
- A pinch of shredded seaweed (gim-garu or gim-jaban)
- 2 Tbsp mayonnaise
- 2 Tbsp teriyaki sauce
- 2 Tbsp tonkatsu sauce
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Prepare 200g of popcorn chicken (about 30 pieces). Place them in a single layer in an air fryer preheated to 180°C (350°F) and cook for about 5 minutes, until golden brown and crispy.
Step 2
Peel and thinly slice the small onion (approx. 100g). In a bowl, combine the sliced onion with 2 Tbsp of teriyaki sauce and 2 Tbsp of tonkatsu sauce. Mix well and let it marinate. This step enhances the onion’s sweetness and the sauce’s flavor.
Step 3
Heat about 1 Tbsp of cooking oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Crack the 3 fresh eggs into the pan and scramble them with chopsticks until fluffy and cooked through. Aim for a moist texture rather than dry.
Step 4
Transfer the freshly scrambled eggs to a separate plate. They will be artfully placed on top of the rice bowl later.
Step 5
In the same frying pan, add a little more cooking oil if needed. Sauté the marinated onion slices until they become translucent and slightly softened. The onions will release their natural sweetness, adding depth to the sauce.
Step 6
By now, your popcorn chicken in the air fryer should be perfectly cooked! Check to see that it’s nicely golden and appetizingly crisp.
Step 7
Now it’s time to assemble the delicious rice bowl. In a deep serving bowl, place 3 portions of warm rice. Generously top the rice with the sautéed sweet onions.
Step 8
Next, arrange the crispy popcorn chicken and the soft scrambled eggs neatly on top of the onions. The colors will make the bowl visually appealing.
Step 9
Finally, sprinkle a good amount of shredded seaweed (gim-garu or gim-jaban) over the toppings for a savory and aromatic finish. This step will elevate the presentation of your dish.
Step 10
It’s time for the best part – the sauces! Drizzle the remaining teriyaki sauce and tonkatsu sauce in a zigzag pattern over the toppings. Then, add mayonnaise in a zigzag pattern as well. Let the sauces meld for a moment before mixing everything together and enjoying your delightful meal!
