Japanese Chicken Drumettes

Elevate your appetizer game with these irresistible Japanese Chicken Drumettes, a perfect fusion of crispy, golden-fried chicken and bold, savory-sweet Japanese flavors. Marinated in a luscious blend of soy sauce, mirin, sake, ginger, and garlic, these drumettes are infused with deep umami richness before being coated in a light, crunchy flour and cornstarch crust. Fried to perfection and glazed with a sticky, caramelized sauce made from the marinade, each bite is a flavor explosion. Garnished with sesame seeds and green onions for an elegant touch, these drumettes are ideal as a party snack, game-day favorite, or quick family dinner. Simple to make yet packed with authentic Japanese flair, this recipe promises to impress both your taste buds and your guests.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs chicken drumettes
• 0.25 cups soy sauce
• 0.25 cups mirin (sweet rice wine)
• 0.25 cups sake
• 2 tbsp granulated sugar
• 2 tsp grated ginger
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 0.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.25 cups cornstarch
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 3 cups neutral oil (for frying)
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
• 2 tbsp chopped green onions (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, combine soy sauce, mirin, sake, granulated sugar, grated ginger, and minced garlic to prepare the marinade.

Step 2

Place chicken drumettes in a resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Toss to coat evenly.

Step 3

Marinate the chicken in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for more intense flavor.

Step 4

In a shallow dish, whisk together flour, cornstarch, salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

Remove the drumettes from the marinade and pat them dry with paper towels. Reserve the marinade for later use.

Step 6

Dredge the drumettes in the flour mixture, ensuring an even coating, and shake off any excess.

Step 7

Heat the neutral oil in a large, deep skillet or Dutch oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 8

Fry the drumettes in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry each batch for approximately 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown and fully cooked. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.

Step 9

Meanwhile, pour the reserved marinade into a small saucepan and bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce the heat and simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 10

Once the drumettes are cooked, transfer them to a large bowl and drizzle the thickened sauce over them. Toss to coat the drumettes evenly in the glaze.

Step 11

Plate the glazed drumettes and garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions, if desired.

Step 12

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1711.6 grams (1711.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	8443

Total Fat 820.60g	1052%
Saturated Fat 130.00g	650%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 606mg	202%
Sodium 3974mg	173%
Total Carbohydrate 126.30g	46%
Dietary Fiber 4.30g	15%
Total Sugars 52.10g
Protein 137.60g	275%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 219mg	17%
Iron 12mg	66%
Potassium 1817mg	39%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 87.5%

Protein: 6.5%

Carbs: 6.0%