Karaage (Japanese Fried Chicken) with Honey Mayoster Sauce

Helmer Mante

Updated on May 11, 2024

Ingredients

1 ½ tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon honey
2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 egg
1 cup panko bread crumbs
vegetable oil for frying

Sauce:

½ cup Japanese mayonnaise
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
3 tablespoons mirin (Japanese sweet wine)
1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce

Directions

Mix 1 1/2 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon honey, garlic, and ginger together in a bowl. Add chicken; turn to coat. Marinate in the refrigerator, 8 hours to overnight.
Whisk egg in a bowl until smooth.
Pour panko bread crumbs into a shallow bowl. Dip chicken pieces in whisked egg and roll in panko until coated.
Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Cook chicken in batches in the hot oil until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Transfer to paper towels to drain excess oil.
Mix Japanese mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons honey, Dijon mustard, mirin, and 1 tablespoon soy sauce together to make sauce. Pour sauce over chicken.

Editor's Notes:

Japanese-style mayonnaise is tangier than its American counterpart. Look for the Kewpie brand online or at specialty groceries.

We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. Amount will vary depending on cooking time and temperature, ingredient density, and specific type of oil used.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

681	Calories
48g	Fat
46g	Carbs
22g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 681
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 48g	61%
Saturated Fat 9g	44%
Cholesterol 128mg	43%
Sodium 1045mg	45%
Total Carbohydrate 46g	17%
Dietary Fiber 0g	1%
Total Sugars 17g
Protein 22g	44%
Vitamin C 1mg	1%
Calcium 28mg	2%
Iron 2mg	9%
Potassium 202mg	4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.