How Chinese Chef Cooks Garlic Fried Chicken Drumsticks

Published 2024-04-12
Experience the bold flavors of authentic Chinese cuisine with this garlic-fried chicken drumsticks recipe! A master chef demonstrates the traditional technique of marinating juicy chicken drumsticks in a blend of garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and Chinese rice wine. Watch as the chicken is expertly fried to crispy golden perfection. You'll learn the secret to achieving that coveted crunchy exterior while locking in succulent moisture. Plus, get tips on making a zesty garlic dipping sauce that perfectly complements the richly seasoned chicken. Don't miss this mouthwatering tutorial on a classic Chinese takeout favorite!

Garlic Fried Chicken Drumsticks

Ingredients:

10-12 chicken drumsticks
1 tsp salt
White pepper to taste
1 tbsp sugar
1 tsp chicken bouillon powder
1-2 tbsp crushed garlic
2 tbsp oyster sauce
1 tbsp sesame oil
2 tbsp Chinese rice wine
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 egg
2-3 heaped tsp cornstarch
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp cornstarch
Vegetable oil for frying

For the Marinade:

1. Use a knife to slit the drumsticks a few times, as demonstrated in the video.
2. In a bowl, mix together the salt, white pepper, sugar, bouillon powder, crushed garlic, oyster sauce, sesame oil, rice wine, and soy sauce.
3. Beat the egg and mix in 2-3 heaped teaspoons of cornstarch to make a marinade batter.
4. Add the chicken drumsticks and marinade batter to a ziplock bag or bowl. Marinate for 2-3 hours in the fridge.

For the Coating:

1. In a shallow bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour and 1 tsp cornstarch.
2. Remove drumsticks from the marinade and dredge each piece thoroughly in the flour mixture until fully coated.
3. Place the coated drumsticks on a plate or baking sheet.

For Frying:

1. Heat 2-3 inches of vegetable oil in a skillet or pot to 350°F.
2. Fry the coated drumsticks for 5-10 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
3. Remove from oil and drain on a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate.

Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce and sides like steamed rice or vegetables. Enjoy!

All Comments (21)
  • @angelh1608
    I adore garlic 🧄!! The more the merrier!! ❤❤❤
  • @angeljones6059
    Forget the negativity. Some of them probably can't even cook. They act you are cooking for them. Everybody don't cook and prepare their food same. I will be trying your recipe today
  • @user-uu4nh5hi9s
    I'm a Southern woman and this looks great gotta try it 😊
  • @user-fx5zj7ur7o
    My mother is Japanese and always love it when she cooks. And before she passed she taught me a lot the cooking she did. I like this guys cooking. He should invest in tri pod or to hold his camera, so he wouldn’t have to hold his work in the air.
  • @oluwadare12
    This looks 100% better than KFC!!! Great job❤️🔥🔥
  • Negative comments?!! Where?!! Can't see anything with all the love showering from most of the top comments! ❤ Keep it going, Chef! 🫶🏼🙏🏼
  • @marciakipp3633
    "Thank you"! Did not know about a 'second fry"! Will definitely try your technique!...
  • I like the guy, so so down to earth with his instructions, simple and easy to follow. I just subscribed
  • @EreneNazaret
    Don't mind the critics, i love the way you did it. It looks yummy. ❤
  • Chef, I love your channel!! You explain EVERYTHING so well. Thank you so much for sharing this recipe 💕🙏🙏
  • @user-kg4gv5tv1e
    ignore the naggers. you did a wonderful job! no yelling, very calm, easy to listen to. i wish your channel grows way beyond your expectations! Greetings from New Zealand!
  • THIS IS THE MOST BEAUTIFUL FRIED CHICKEN THAT I HAVE SEEN IN A LONG TIME, EXCEPT FOR MOM'S OF COURSE. I WILL TRY YOUR RECIPE, I MAY NOT USE ALL OF YOUR INGREDIENTS. I MAY NOT FIND THE DIFFERENT FLAVORINGS THAT YOU PUT ON YOUR CHICKEN, BUT I WILL DO THE BASIC'S OF WHAT YOU HAVE TAUGHT US AND THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH. "PEACE"
  • 4 Minutes into this video and I'm Subscribing. Thumbs up for all ur effort put into this video. May u continue to prosper. Never mind the critic's Most of them can't cook anyway 😂😂😂 ❤
  • @bethdavis6863
    Very well done demonstration of how to achieve this stellar result when frying chicken!
  • @sheilacom3020
    Thank you for sharing this recipe. Ignore negative comments
  • @aldabarber7643
    Ppl are saying it’s negative comments. I haven’t read any.. Good job
  • I like this video and the effort you made to actually teach. I’ll try this.👍
  • @firelioness363
    Remember folks you want the chicken to cook all the way through make sure the chicken is room temperature it does a world of difference...👍
  • @guil01234
    Your chicken looks FABULOUS!! And your presentation was SPECTACULAR!!!! I’m hooked to you & your channel!!!!!😘