CRISPY HAWAIIAN GARLIC CHICKEN

Crispy Hawaiian Garlic Chicken made with a soy garlic sauce and fried jalapeño rings. This is a spicy version of your favorite island takeout!

INGREDIENTS

• 1 1/2 pound chicken thighs boneless and skinless
• 1 jalapeno sliced (optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup flour
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 1/4 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
• oil for frying
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 3 tablespoons water
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 2 tablespoons garlic minced

INSTRUCTIONS

• Cut the chicken into 1 inch pieces and season with salt and pepper.
• Slice the jalapeno into 1/4 thick slices [if using].
• Heat oil on high heat, to 350 degrees.
• In a bowl, mix the salt, flour and cornstarch and coat the chicken in the mixture.
• Add about 1/4 of the chicken to the oil at a time, frying in batches.
• Once the chicken is fried add the jalapeños to the oil and fry for 30 seconds.
• While the chicken is frying add the rest of the ingredients to a saucepan and bring it to a boil, whisking well.
• When the mixture reaches a boil, turn off the heat.
• Once all the chicken is fried, toss it with the sauce mixture.

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