Bang Bang Chicken Recipe – Asian, Chinese Special
Experience the irresistible crunch of Bang Bang Chicken, a popular dish that combines crispy double-fried chicken pieces with a creamy, spicy sauce. This fusion of textures and flavors makes it a standout appetizer or main course. The sauce, typically made with mayonnaise, honey, sweet chili sauce, and gochujang, adds a delightful kick to the tender chicken. Whether served over rice or enjoyed on its own, Bang Bang Chicken is sure to satisfy your taste buds.
- Prep Time15 min
- Cook Time10 min
- Perform Time15 min
- Total Time40 min
Bang Bang Chicken Ingredients:
- ⅓ cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
- ¼ cup potato starch
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon shichimi togarashi (Japanese red pepper condiment)
- 2 cups oil for frying, or as needed
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
- 1 teaspoon gochujang (Korean hot pepper paste)
How To Make Bang Bang Chicken:
Whisk together milk and egg in a large bowl until thoroughly combined. Add chicken, stir to coat, and let marinate for 15 minutes. Discard the egg mixture.
In a medium bowl, mix potato starch, flour, salt, pepper, and shichimi. Transfer to a large resealable plastic bag. Add chicken, seal the bag, and shake until the chicken is evenly coated.
Heat 2 inches of oil in a deep saucepan over medium heat until it reaches 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
Working in batches of approximately 5 to 8 pieces at a time, fry the chicken in the hot oil for about 90 seconds. Remove to a plate lined with paper towels, keeping each batch separate.
Increase the oil temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C), ensuring it remains steadily hot. Carefully add back the first batch of chicken and fry for another 90 seconds. Transfer to another paper towel-lined plate. Repeat with the remaining batches of chicken.
In a large serving bowl, combine mayonnaise, honey, sweet chili sauce, and gochujang. Toss the fried chicken with the sauce until coated evenly.
Recipe Notes :
Double Frying: Double frying the chicken ensures an extra crispy texture, which is essential for this dish.
Sauce Variations: Feel free to adjust the level of spiciness by varying the amount of gochujang or sweet chili sauce.
Serving Suggestions: Serve the Bang Bang Chicken over steamed jasmine rice or alongside a fresh cucumber salad for a balanced meal.
Storage: Store any leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Make-Ahead Tips: Prepare the sauce ahead of time and refrigerate. Fry the chicken just before serving to maintain its crispiness.
Alternative Proteins: For a variation, substitute chicken with tofu or cauliflower for a vegetarian option.
