Asian-Style Crispy Garlic Chicken 

Ingredients:  

         1.5 lbs (about 700g) chicken thighs or chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces

• 6 garlic cloves, finely minced

• 2 tbsp soy sauce

• 1 tbsp oyster sauce

• 1 tbsp rice vinegar

• 1 tsp sesame oil

• 1 tbsp sugar or honey

• ½ tsp ground white pepper

• ½ cup cornstarch or potato starch

• Vegetable oil for deep frying

• 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)

• Red chili slices (optional, for garnish)

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Instructions:

1. Marinate Chicken: In a bowl, mix chicken pieces with soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, and white pepper. Let marinate for at least 20–30 minutes.

2. Prepare for Frying: Toss the marinated chicken pieces in cornstarch until fully coated.

3. Fry Chicken: Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C). Fry chicken pieces in batches until golden and crispy, about 4–5 minutes. Drain on paper towels.

4. Make Garlic Topping: In a separate pan, add 1 tbsp oil. Sauté minced garlic over low heat until golden and crispy (be careful not to burn it).

5. Final Assembly: Toss the fried chicken with crispy garlic. Garnish with sliced green onions and optional red chili slices.

6. Serve: Serve hot with steamed rice, fried rice, or noodles.