Hunan-style Spicy Fried Chicken
Hunan-style Spicy Fried Chicken is a popular Chinese dish made by frying marinated chicken pieces until crispy, then tossing them in a spicy sauce made with Sichuan peppercorns, dried chili peppers, soy sauce, and other seasonings. The dish is known for its bold, spicy flavor and is often served with rice or noodles.
Ingredients
- 1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 3/4 tsp. salt
- 1/4 tsp. black pepper
- 3 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
- 1/4 cup dried red chili peppers
- 1 tbsp. Sichuan peppercorns
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp. chopped ginger
- 3 green onions, sliced
- 1 tbsp. Shaoxing wine
- 1 tbsp. soy sauce
- 1 tbsp. Chinkiang vinegar
- 1 tbsp. sugar
About the recipe
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Portions: 4 servings
Difficulty: Medium