Tatsuta Age

(Marinated Fried Chicken)



1 pound boned chicken

3 tablespoons Japanese soy sauce

2 tablespoons sake

2 teaspoons sugar

4 tablespoons cornstarch

lots of oil to deepfry



Cut chicken into bite sized squares and marinate in a mixture of soy. sake, and sugar for at least 1 hour. Drain chicken; roll pieces in cornstarch and set aside for 10 minutes.

Heat oil in a deep pan to 350ºF and fry chicken in small batches for about 2~3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Drain chicken and serve while still hot. Taste like chicken! Serves 4.