Crispy Brown Sugar ChickenLegs

👉🏻Ingredients list⚠️

• 4 medium-sized chicken legs

• 50g brown sugar

• 2 tbsp light soy sauce

• 1 tsp dark soy sauce (for coloring)

• 2 cloves of garlic (minced)

• A small piece of ginger (minced)

• Salt to taste

• A pinch of black pepper

• Cornstarch (or flour) as needed, for dredging

• Enough oil for frying

Crispy Brown Sugar Chicken Legs is a mouth-watering dish that combines the crispiness of traditional fried chicken with the sweetness of brown sugar, creating a unique and irresistible flavor. The golden and crispy exterior encloses tender and juicy chicken meat, tantalizing your taste buds with every bite. This dish is perfect for family dinners or gatherings with friends.

👉🏻✨DIRECTIONS:

1. Marinate Chicken Legs: Wash the chicken legs and pat dry with kitchen paper towels. In a bowl, mix brown sugar, light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, minced garlic, minced ginger, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken legs and ensure they are evenly coated with the marinade. Marinate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.

2. Dredge Chicken Legs: Remove the chicken legs from the marinade, shaking off excess marinade. Roll them in cornstarch, ensuring an even, thin coating on the surface.

3. Fry: Heat enough oil in a pot over high heat until it reaches 180°C (approximately seven out of ten on a thermometer). Add the chicken legs one by one, reduce the heat to medium, and fry slowly, turning occasionally to ensure even cooking. Fry until the exterior is golden and crispy, and the interior is cooked through, about 10-15 minutes.

4. Serve: Remove the chicken legs from the oil using a slotted spoon and place them on kitchen paper towels to absorb excess oil. Let them cool slightly before cutting into pieces and serving, garnished with chopped scallions or cilantro if desired.

👉🏻✨TIPS

• Longer marinating time results in more flavorful chicken legs.

• Control the heat carefully during frying to avoid overcooking the exterior while leaving the interior raw.

• Allow the chicken legs to cool slightly before serving for optimal texture.

👉🏻✨BENEFITS

• This Crispy Brown Sugar Chicken Legs dish is not only delicious but also provides ample protein and energy, making it suitable as a main course for meals or gatherings. The addition of brown sugar not only enhances the flavor but also has a warming effect, making it ideal for colder seasons.

👉🏻✨NUTRITIONAL ASPECTS:

• Protein: Chicken legs are a good source of high-quality protein, essential for muscle repair and growth.

• Energy: Fried foods generally contain higher calories, suitable for physically active individuals or those needing a quick energy boost.

• Minerals & Vitamins: Brown sugar is rich in iron and various trace elements, contributing to blood enrichment and beauty. Additionally, chicken contains vitamin B complex, beneficial for nervous system health.