Ultimate Soy Sauce Chicken Recipe
Savory and Sweet Perfection: Homemade Soy Sauce Chicken
Here’s a super easy homemade soy sauce chicken recipe that anyone can follow! The chicken is crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, coated with a perfectly balanced sweet and savory soy sauce. It’s a crowd-pleaser, perfect for any occasion! (The only difficult ingredients would be fragments of Mjolnir, perhaps? 😉) Chicken is always a good idea! (▰∀◕)ﾉ Source: All Recipes of the World, 10000 Recipe
Main Ingredients
- 1kg Chicken (cut for stir-fry or stew)
- 1 Tbsp Salt
- 1/2 Tbsp Black Pepper
- 2 Tbsp Cooking Wine (or Mirin/Sake)
- 1/2 cup Potato Starch
Golden Soy Sauce Glaze
- 8 Tbsp Soy Sauce
- 4 Tbsp Water
- 2 Tbsp Sugar
- 2 Tbsp Corn Syrup (or Rice Syrup)
- Pinch of Black Pepper
- 1 Tbsp Minced Garlic
- 2 Tbsp Vinegar
- 1 Tbsp Potato Starch
- 8 Tbsp Soy Sauce
- 4 Tbsp Water
- 2 Tbsp Sugar
- 2 Tbsp Corn Syrup (or Rice Syrup)
- Pinch of Black Pepper
- 1 Tbsp Minced Garlic
- 2 Tbsp Vinegar
- 1 Tbsp Potato Starch
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Make deep cuts into the chicken pieces. This helps the sauce penetrate better and ensures even cooking.
Step 2
Season the chicken with 1 Tbsp salt, 1/2 Tbsp black pepper, and 2 Tbsp cooking wine. Mix well and let it marinate for 30 minutes in the refrigerator. This step removes any gamey odors and tenderizes the meat.
Step 3
Place the marinated chicken in a zip-top bag. Add 1/2 cup of potato starch and shake the bag to coat the chicken evenly. Make sure there are no clumps of starch for a perfectly crispy coating.
Step 4
Heat your frying oil to about 170°C (340°F). Carefully add the starch-coated chicken pieces and fry until golden brown. For an extra crispy texture, fry the chicken once, let it rest for 3-5 minutes, and then fry it again. (The double-frying is key for that ultimate crispiness!)
Step 5
In a pan, combine all the soy sauce glaze ingredients: 8 Tbsp soy sauce, 4 Tbsp water, 2 Tbsp sugar, 2 Tbsp corn syrup, a pinch of black pepper, 1 Tbsp minced garlic, 2 Tbsp vinegar, and 1 Tbsp potato starch. Bring to a simmer over medium-low heat, stirring constantly. Cook until the sauce thickens slightly. Be careful not to burn it, especially once the potato starch is added.
Step 6
Add the double-fried crispy chicken to the pan with the warm soy sauce glaze. Toss quickly to coat the chicken evenly. Serve immediately while hot for the best flavor and texture!
