Honey Butter Fried Chicken

Ingredients

Instructions

1. 1

   Cut chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces. Season with salt and black pepper. Marinate for 15 minutes.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, egg, and cold water until smooth.

3. 3

   Dredge each chicken piece thoroughly in the batter, ensuring it's fully coated.

4. 4

   Heat cooking oil in a deep pot or wok to 170°C (340°F). Carefully add coated chicken pieces, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for 5-7 minutes until light golden and cooked through. Remove and drain on a wire rack.

5. 5

   Increase oil temperature to 180°C (355°F). Return the partially fried chicken to the hot oil and fry for another 2-3 minutes until deeply golden and crispy. Remove and drain.

6. 6

   In a separate pan, melt unsalted butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in honey, soy sauce, and sugar. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 1-2 minutes until slightly thickened.

7. 7

   Add the double-fried chicken to the pan with the honey butter sauce. Toss quickly to evenly coat all the chicken pieces. Serve immediately.