Introduction
This Thai-inspired recipe combines the savory flavors of fried chicken with the unique aroma of lime leaves and the umami punch of shrimp paste. The result is a dish that is both crispy and flavorful.
Ingredients:
- 1 whole chicken, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon chilies, minced
- 1 tablespoon shrimp paste
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon stock powder
- 10 lime leaves
Method:
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine the garlic, chilies, shrimp paste, egg, flour, cornstarch, salt, and stock powder. Add the chicken pieces and mix until well coated.
- Add Lime Leaves: Place the lime leaves in a zip-top bag and crush them with a rolling pin. Add the crushed lime leaves to the marinated chicken and mix again.
- Fry the Chicken: Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C). Carefully add the marinated chicken pieces to the hot oil and fry until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve: Serve the fried chicken hot with your favorite dipping sauce, such as sweet chili sauce or chili garlic sauce.
Tips:
- For a spicier dish, add more chilies or use a spicier type of chili.
- If you don’t have shrimp paste, you can substitute it with soy sauce and a little sugar.
- For a healthier option, you can bake the chicken instead of frying it.
Enjoy this delicious and flavorful Thai-inspired fried chicken dish!