Printable Salt and Pepper Chicken
Indulge in the irresistible taste of homemade Salt and Pepper Chicken, a delightful dish that brings a burst of flavor to your dinner table. This recipe showcases juicy chicken pieces marinated in a savory blend of soy sauce and rice apple vinegar, then coated in cornstarch for an extra crispy exterior. With just the right amount of seasoning from garlic, white pepper, and a hint of brown sugar, each bite offers a perfect balance of flavors that will transport you to the bustling streets of Asian cuisine. Whether you’re preparing this for a family dinner or enjoying it as a quick meal, this dish is sure to impress. Get ready for an unforgettable culinary experience!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice apple vinegar (or dry apple juice)
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp white pepper
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- ¾ cup cornstarch (for coating)
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine chicken, soy sauce, rice apple vinegar, brown sugar, salt, white pepper, and minced garlic. Marinate for 10-15 minutes.
- Coat each marinated piece of chicken with cornstarch until fully covered.
- Heat oil in a deep pan or wok to 350–360 °F (175–180 °C). Fry chicken in small batches for 3–4 minutes until golden brown.
- Use a slotted spoon to remove chicken from oil and drain on wire rack or paper towels.
- Toss fried chicken with extra white pepper and sliced chilies if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg