CRISPY Honey Soy Garlic Chicken BIG M STYLE

Steps

1. 1

   Clean and trim the chicken thighs.

2. 2

   In a bowl, combine the chicken with the soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1/4 tsp white pepper. Marinate for at least 3 hours.

   Start 3-minute timer
3. 3

   In a separate bowl, mix the batter ingredients: 1/2 cup cornstarch, 1/4 tsp white pepper, and 1/4 tsp onion powder.

4. 4

   Coat the marinated chicken evenly in the cornstarch mixture and let it rest for 5 minutes to allow the coating to adhere.

   Start 5-minute timer
5. 5

   Heat frying oil to 350°F (180 °C) (175°C (350 °F)). Fry the chicken for 8–10 minutes, or until the exterior is golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74 °C).

   Start 10-minute timer
6. 6

   While the chicken is frying, melt the butter and 1 tbsp neutral oil in a pan over low heat.

7. 7

   Add the 4 minced garlic cloves to the pan and sauté until fragrant.

   Start 4-minute timer
8. 8

   Stir in the 2.5 tbsp soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, red pepper flakes, and MSG (if using).

9. 9

   Simmer the sauce until it becomes glossy and slightly thickened.

10. 10

    Drizzle the sauce over the crispy chicken or toss the chicken in the pan to coat thoroughly.

11. 11

    Serve immediately with steamed rice and your choice of vegetables.