Take snack time to the next level with this boba shop favorite! Perfectly crispy, tender fried chicken is showered in an expertly balanced spice mix for a savory bite that will keep you coming back for more. We recommend pairing it with your favorite milk tea!

Quick Info

⏱️ 760 min • 🍽️ 4 servings • ⭐ 90%

Tags

[Dairy-Free] • [Appetizers] • [Dinner] • [Lunch] • [Snacks] • [Meal] • [Asian] • [Halal]

Ingredients

• 1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon black vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Shaoxing cooking wine
• 1 tablespoon ground white pepper
• 1 tablespoon ground Chinese five spice
• 2 tablespoons minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons minced ginger
• 2 teaspoons brown sugar
• 8 cups neutral oil, for frying
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
• 2 teaspoons coarsely ground Szechuan peppercorns
• 1 tablespoon sea salt
• 2 cups tapioca starch
• 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves
• Taiwanese bubble tea
• Sweet chili sauce

Instructions Preview

1. In a large bowl, combine chicken thighs, s…
2. When ready to fry, heat the oil in a mediu…
3. In a small bowl, stir together the paprika…

…and 5 more steps

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Recipe by: Aleya Zenieris, Breana Jackson, Tiffany Senin • From: Tasty