Amazu Chicken
Delicious Amazu Chicken Recipe - Blend of Sweet and Tangy Flavors
Today, we're diving into the realm of Amazu sauce, a tasty sweet and vinegary sauce that elevates any dish it graces.
Traditionally paired with meats or fish, Amazu sauce adds a burst of flavor and texture, especially when combined with tender chicken and crisp vegetables. “Ama” means sweet, “zu” is for vinegar in Japanese.
Join us for creating a mouthwatering Amazu Chicken dish, sweet and sour fried chicken that's sure to impress your taste buds!
RECIPE
Servings: 4-5
Time: 40 min
Ingredients:
1 lb chicken thigh
2 tbsp sake
Salt, to taste
3 tbsp potato starch
Frying oil
[ Sauce ]
1 carrot
1/4 onion
2 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp sugar
1/2 cup rice vinegar
Instructions:
Begin by cutting the chicken thigh into bite-sized pieces.
In a bowl, combine the chicken with sake and a pinch of salt, ensuring each piece is well coated. Next, add the potato starch to the bowl and coat the chicken pieces evenly.
Thinly slice the onion and cut the carrot into thin strips. Place them in a microwave-safe bowl.
Add soy sauce, sugar, and rice vinegar to the bowl, stirring to combine. Microwave the mixture for 2-3 minutes until the sugar has dissolved and the flavors meld together.
Heat frying oil in a pan over medium heat. Once hot, carefully add the coated chicken pieces to the pan, frying them until they are cooked through and golden crispy on the outside.
Once the chicken is cooked, transfer it to the bowl containing the vegetable sauce. Allow the chicken to marinate in the sauce for a few minutes, allowing the flavors to infuse and mingle.
About Amazu:
In Japanese cuisine, "Amazu" (甘酢、あまず) refers to a type of sweet and tangy vinegar-based sauce.
The word "Amazu" is a combination of two Japanese words: "Ama" (甘), meaning sweet, and "Zu" (酢), meaning vinegar. When combined, "Amazu” becomes a sauce that has a balance of sweetness from ingredients like sugar or mirin (sweet rice wine) and acidity from vinegar.
Amazu sauce is commonly used in various dishes, particularly in Japanese traditional cuisine. It serves to enhance flavors, add depth to dishes, and provide a contrast of tastes. The sweetness of the sauce complements savory ingredients, while the acidity adds brightness and balance.
In the context of the Amazu Chicken recipe, Amazu sauce is made by combining soy sauce, sugar, and rice vinegar, creating a deliciously sweet and tangy marinade for the chicken. This sauce not only adds flavor to the dish but also helps tenderize the meat and infuse it with delightful nuances of taste.
