Ginger Fried Chicken Drumsticks
Golden, crispy, and full of bold ginger flavor, these fried chicken drumsticks are a tasty twist on a classic comfort food.
Equipment
- large deep frying pan or use a deep fryer
Ingredients
- 8 chicken drumsticks
- 1 tablespoon ginger juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 4 tablespoons corn flour can substitute cornstarch or fine cornmeal
- 2 cups canola oil for frying
- 2 egg yolks lightly beaten
- 4 tablespoons panko breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a large zip-top bag or bowl, combine the ginger juice and honey. Add the drumsticks, seal or cover, and shake or toss until the chicken is coated. Refrigerate for 4 hours to allow the flavors to soak in.
- Prepare the breading station: Set out three shallow bowls — one with corn flour, one with the beaten egg yolks, and one with breadcrumbs.
- Heat the oil: In a deep fryer or large, heavy-bottomed saucepan, heat the canola oil to 365°F (185°C). Use a thermometer to monitor the temperature for safe and even frying.
- Bread the drumsticks: Remove chicken from the marinade and discard the marinade. Roll each drumstick in corn flour, then dip into the beaten egg, and finally coat thoroughly with breadcrumbs.
- Fry in batches: Carefully lower two drumsticks into the hot oil at a time. Fry for about 5 minutes per batch, or until the coating is golden brown and the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C). Let the oil return to 365°F between batches.
- Drain and serve: Transfer cooked drumsticks to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 209kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 15gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.05gCholesterol: 118mgSodium: 118mgPotassium: 185mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 0.01mgCalcium: 23mgIron: 1mg
Nutrition details are an estimate, per serving.
