JapaneseLunchMeatHigh Protein

Karaage

Karaage is a lunch japanese recipe with 350 calories per serving, nutrition details, and step-by-step preparation guidance.

Calories

350 kcal

Total Time

40 min

Servings

1

Protein

28.5 g

Ingredients

  • boneless chicken thigh150g
  • soy sauce1 tbsp
  • grated ginger1 tsp
  • grated garlic1 tsp
  • sake1 tsp
  • potato starch2 tbsp
  • oilAs needed

Instructions

  1. 1

    Step 1

    Cut 150g of boneless chicken thigh into bite-sized pieces.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    In a bowl, mix 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp grated ginger, 1 tsp grated garlic, and 1 tsp sake; marinate the chicken for 15 minutes.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    Coat the marinated chicken pieces evenly with 2 tbsp potato starch.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    Heat oil in a deep pan to 170°C (340°F) and fry the chicken pieces in batches for 4-5 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.

  5. 5

    Step 5

    Drain the fried chicken on paper towels to remove excess oil.

  6. 6

    Step 6

    Serve hot with a wedge of lemon and optionally shredded cabbage.

Nutrition Snapshot

Macros and micros at a glance

Calories

350

Protein

28.5g

Carbs

12g

Fat

18g

Fiber

1g

Micronutrients

Iron

1.2 mg

Zinc

2 mg

Sodium

600 mg

Calcium

15 mg

Folate

10 mcg

Magnesium

25 mg

Potassium

250 mg

Vitamin C

2 mg

Vitamin A

20 mcg

Vitamin B12

0.4 mcg

Diet and Allergen Guide

Vegetarian

No

Vegan

No

Gluten Free

No

Dairy Free

No

Allergens

Soy

Meal Prep and Storage

Make it easier to prep ahead

Karaage can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Karaage

How many calories are in Karaage?

Karaage has about 350 calories per serving based on the current ingredient list and serving size on this page.

Is Karaage suitable for vegetarians?

No. Karaage is not vegetarian as written because it includes boneless chicken thigh.

Is Karaage gluten-free?

Karaage is not reliably gluten-free as written because it includes soy sauce. You can often adapt it with gluten-free swaps if needed.

Are there any allergen ingredients in Karaage?

Yes. This recipe includes Soy. Always review ingredient labels if you are cooking for an allergy-sensitive household.

Can I make Karaage ahead of time?

Karaage can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.

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