Karaage Chicken Bites

Karaage Chicken Bites are a delightful Keto-friendly Japanese appetizer, featuring tender, marinated chicken pieces that are crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. Perfectly seasoned and easy to prepare, these bites are ideal for a low-carb snack or party platter.

Ingredients

• Chicken thigh - 300 grams, boneless and skinless
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Mirin - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Almond flour - 1/2 cup
• Pork rinds - 1/4 cup, crushed
• Egg - 1 large, beaten
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Oil for frying - as needed

Steps

1. Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and place them in a bowl.
2. In a separate bowl, mix soy sauce, mirin, minced garlic, grated ginger, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
3. Pour the marinade over the chicken pieces, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.
4. In a shallow dish, combine almond flour and crushed pork rinds. This will be your coating mixture.
5. Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat, sufficient for shallow frying.
6. Remove the chicken from the marinade and dip each piece into the beaten egg, then coat with the almond flour and pork rind mixture.
7. Carefully place the coated chicken bites in the hot oil, frying them in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per side.
8. Once cooked, transfer the chicken bites to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
9. Serve hot with a side of sugar-free dipping sauce or enjoy them plain.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 8 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 900 mg
• Cholesterol: 100 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle growth and repair.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for a ketogenic diet.

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