Crispy Chicken Strips (炸鸡柳)

炸鸡柳

Crispy Chicken Strips (炸鸡柳) — a Street Snack Chinese recipe, ready in about 20 minutes. Step-by-step instructions with photos.

Ingredients

• Chicken tenderloins
• Cornstarch
• All-purpose flour
• Egg
• Five-spice powder
• Garlic powder
• Vegetable oil

Instructions

1. Cut chicken tenderloins into 2cm x 8cm strips, marinate with five-spice powder and a pinch of salt for 15 minutes.
2. Set up breading station: flour-cornstarch mix, beaten egg, and extra cornstarch. (three bowls ready)
3. Dredge each strip in flour mix, dip in egg, then coat thoroughly in cornstarch, pressing firmly.
4. Heat oil to 170°C, fry strips in batches for 3 minutes until pale golden.
5. Increase oil to 190°C, return all strips and fry 1 more minute until deep golden and crisp.
6. Toss immediately with garlic powder and serve with ketchup or chili sauce.