Crispy Chicken Hubei
Chinese Chinese - Hubei Cuisine

Crispy Chicken Hubei

Est. Time: 20-30 min  •  5 Preparation Steps

Chef's Menu Description

A distinguished culinary classic crafted with authentic techniques and finest ingredients, offering rich depth of flavour and elegant presentation.

Ingredients

  • • 500g chicken thighs, cut into bite-size pieces
  • • 1 egg, beaten
  • • 4 tbsp cornflour
  • • 1 tsp salt
  • • 1/2 tsp white pepper
  • • 2 tbsp Shaoxing rice wine
  • • 1 tbsp light soy sauce
  • • 2 cups cooking oil for frying
  • • 2 spring onions, chopped

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Mix the chicken with the rice wine, soy sauce, salt, and pepper for 15 minutes.

2
Phase 2

Toss the chicken in the beaten egg and cornflour until well coated.

3
Phase 3

Heat the oil to 170C and fry the chicken in batches until golden and crisp.

4
Phase 4

Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on kitchen roll.

5
Phase 5

Scatter with spring onions and serve hot.