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Crispy Hong Kong Chicken Recipe with Sweet Soy and Honey Glaze
Learn how to make Crispy Hong Kong Chicken with a sweet soy, honey, and garlic glaze. Easy, juicy, and irresistible fried chicken recipe.
Who doesn’t love a plate of crispy, juicy chicken with that Sweet-Savoy glaze? This Hong Kong Chicken is your go-to for family dinners or a special treat.
Why You’ll Love and Enjoy Crispy Hong Kong Chicken
- Quick to prep, but flavors deepen if marinated overnight
- Sweet, savory, and garlicky glaze, your whole kitchen will smell like heaven
- Perfectly crispy outside, tender inside
- Easy to serve for lunch, dinner, or even party platters
Crispy Hong Kong Chicken is sweet, savory, and perfectly fried for maximum crunch. Every bite is a mix of honey, soy, garlic, and ginger that melts in your mouth.
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Crispy Hong Kong Chicken
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Refrigerate: 3 hours
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours 27 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings depending on size 1x
- Category: Poultry Recipes
- Method: Easy
- Cuisine: Hong Kong
Description
Crispy Hong Kong Chicken with a sweet soy and honey glaze that melts in your mouth. Perfect for family dinners or a fun weeknight treat.
Ingredients
- 1 tray of chicken pieces
- 1/4 cup dark soy sauce
- 3 Tbsp brown sugar
- 1 1/2 Tbsp honey
- 3 Tbsp garlic/ginger mix
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/4 tsp ground ginger
- 1 heaped tsp corn flour
- 1 tsp salt
- A few dashes of white pepper
- 3 Tbsp water
- Sesame seeds, for sprinkling
Instructions
- Grab a large glass bowl and toss in ¼ cup dark soy sauce, 3 Tbsp brown sugar, 1 ½ Tbsp honey, 3 Tbsp garlic/ginger mix, 1 tsp sesame oil, ¼ tsp ground ginger, 1 heaped tsp corn flour, 1 tsp salt, a few dashes white pepper, and 3 Tbsp water.
- Stir it all together until it looks like a sticky, delicious mess.
- Add your 1 tray of chicken pieces and mix until every piece is coated.
- Cover and let it marinate for a few hours, but honestly, overnight is best if you’ve got the patience.
- Heat a deep pan or fryer with oil. Once hot, carefully add the chicken pieces and fry until golden, crispy, about 10–12 minutes depending on size.
- Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- Sprinkle generously with sesame seeds.
- Serve hot and watch them disappear fast.
Notes
Created, Prepared, Tasted, and Tested by Melanie: SA Tasty Recipes, Saffas Daily Recipes
Crispy Hong Kong Chicken is easy to make and packed with flavor. Share this dish with your family and plan dinner around it tonight.
Crispy Hong Kong Chicken is a flavorful combination of sweet, garlicky, and perfectly fried chicken that satisfies every craving. It is juicy inside, golden outside, and simple enough to make any night a special dinner. Every bite is comforting, indulgent, and immediately enjoyable.
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