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A Japanese fried chicken dish

Chicken Tatsuta[edit]

Chicken Tatsuta (______) is a popular Japanese dish consisting of fried chicken that is marinated and coated in a starch before being deep-fried. It is a variation of the tatsuta-age cooking method, which involves marinating meat or fish in a soy sauce-based marinade and then coating it in potato starch or cornstarch before frying.

Preparation[edit]

The preparation of Chicken Tatsuta begins with marinating the chicken pieces, typically chicken thighs, in a mixture of soy sauce, sake, mirin, and ginger. This marinade imparts a savory and slightly sweet flavor to the chicken. After marinating, the chicken is coated in a layer of starch, which gives the dish its characteristic crispy texture when fried.

The chicken is then deep-fried until golden brown and cooked through. The use of starch instead of flour in the coating is what differentiates tatsuta-age from other types of karaage, another popular Japanese fried chicken dish.

Serving[edit]

Chicken Tatsuta is often served with a side of shredded cabbage, lemon wedges, and a dipping sauce, such as ponzu or a simple soy sauce-based sauce. It can be enjoyed as a main dish or as part of a larger meal, such as a bento box.

Cultural Significance[edit]

Chicken Tatsuta is a beloved dish in Japan and is often featured in izakaya menus and home-cooked meals. It is also a popular item in fast food chains in Japan, where it is sometimes served as a sandwich filling or as part of a set meal.

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-'''Chicken Tatsuta''' is a popular [[Japanese cuisine|Japanese]] dish, known for its unique preparation and flavorful taste. It is a type of [[fried chicken]], but unlike typical fried chicken recipes, Chicken Tatsuta is marinated before being coated and fried.
+{{Short description|A Japanese fried chicken dish}}
+{{Use dmy dates|date=October 2023}}
-== History ==
+==Chicken Tatsuta==
+[[File:Chicken-Tatsuta.jpg|thumb|right|A serving of Chicken Tatsuta]]
+'''Chicken Tatsuta''' (______) is a popular Japanese dish consisting of fried chicken that is marinated and coated in a starch before being deep-fried. It is a variation of the [[tatsuta-age]] cooking method, which involves marinating meat or fish in a soy sauce-based marinade and then coating it in [[potato starch]] or [[cornstarch]] before frying.
-The term "Tatsuta" refers to the Tatsuta River in [[Nara Prefecture]], Japan. The dish is named after the river due to the color of the fried chicken resembling the autumn leaves on the river. The dish has a long history in Japanese cuisine and is a staple in many households and restaurants.
+==Preparation==
+The preparation of Chicken Tatsuta begins with marinating the chicken pieces, typically [[chicken thigh]]s, in a mixture of [[soy sauce]], [[sake]], [[mirin]], and [[ginger]]. This marinade imparts a savory and slightly sweet flavor to the chicken. After marinating, the chicken is coated in a layer of starch, which gives the dish its characteristic crispy texture when fried.
-== Preparation ==
+The chicken is then deep-fried until golden brown and cooked through. The use of starch instead of flour in the coating is what differentiates tatsuta-age from other types of [[karaage]], another popular Japanese fried chicken dish.
-Chicken Tatsuta is prepared by marinating chicken pieces, typically thighs, in a mixture of [[soy sauce]], [[mirin]], and [[ginger]]. The marination process allows the flavors to penetrate the chicken, resulting in a more flavorful dish. After marinating, the chicken is coated in [[potato starch]] and then deep-fried until it achieves a golden brown color. The use of potato starch instead of wheat flour gives the chicken a lighter, crispier texture.
+==Serving==
+Chicken Tatsuta is often served with a side of [[shredded cabbage]], [[lemon]] wedges, and a dipping sauce, such as [[ponzu]] or a simple soy sauce-based sauce. It can be enjoyed as a main dish or as part of a larger meal, such as a [[bento]] box.
-== Serving ==
+==Cultural Significance==
+Chicken Tatsuta is a beloved dish in Japan and is often featured in [[izakaya]] menus and home-cooked meals. It is also a popular item in [[fast food]] chains in Japan, where it is sometimes served as a sandwich filling or as part of a set meal.
-Chicken Tatsuta is typically served with a side of [[cabbage]] or [[lettuce]], and often accompanied by a bowl of [[rice]] and [[miso soup]]. It can also be served as a sandwich filling, known as a Tatsuta-age sandwich, which is a popular choice for [[bento]] lunches in Japan.
-== Variations ==
-While the traditional Chicken Tatsuta recipe uses chicken thighs, variations of the dish can use other parts of the chicken, such as the breast or wings. Some versions may also include additional ingredients in the marinade, such as [[sake]] or [[garlic]], to enhance the flavor.
-== See also ==
+==Related pages==
+* [[Tatsuta-age]]
+* [[Karaage]]
 * [[Japanese cuisine]]
 * [[Fried chicken]]
-* [[Bento]]
 [[Category:Japanese cuisine]]
-[[Category:Fried chicken]]
 [[Category:Chicken dishes]]
-{{Japanese-cuisine-stub}}
+[[Category:Fried foods]]
-{{food-stub}}