Chinese
Chinese - Shaanxi and Northwestern
Crispy Chicken Shaanxi
Chef's Menu Description
A distinguished culinary classic crafted with authentic techniques and finest ingredients, offering rich depth of flavour and elegant presentation.
Ingredients
- • 800g chicken thigh, cut into 4cm chunks
- • 2 tbsp Shaoxing wine
- • 1 tbsp light soy sauce
- • 1 egg white
- • 80g potato starch
- • 500ml vegetable oil for frying
- • 1 tbsp cumin seeds, toasted and ground
- • 1 tbsp dried chili flakes
- • 1 tsp Sichuan pepper, ground
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Coat the chicken in the wine, soy, and egg white for 20 minutes.
2
Phase 2
Toss the chicken in potato starch until evenly coated.
3
Phase 3
Fry at 180°C for 5 minutes until golden and crisp.
4
Phase 4
Toss the hot chicken with the cumin, chili flakes, and Sichuan pepper.
5
Phase 5
Serve immediately while crisp.