Taiwanese Popcorn Chicken Wraps
These Taiwanese-style popcorn chicken wraps are a delicious and flavorful street food favorite. Crispy chicken bites are seasoned with aromatic spices, wrapped in a warm tortilla, and topped with fresh veggies and a tangy sauce.
Ingredients - Serves 4
- Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
- Mayonnaise - 2 tablespoons
- Sweet chili sauce - 1/4 cup
- Fresh cilantro - 1/4 cup, chopped
- Cucumber - 1, thinly sliced
- Lettuce - 1 cup, shredded
- Tortillas - 4, warmed
- Vegetable oil - For frying
- Water - 1 cup
- Baking powder - 1/2 teaspoon
- Cornstarch - 1/4 cup
- All-purpose flour - 1 cup
- Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
- Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
- Five-spice powder - 1 teaspoon
- Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
- Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
- Boneless chicken thighs - 1 lb, cut into bite-sized pieces
Let's Get Started
- In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, garlic powder, five-spice powder, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken pieces and toss to coat. Let marinate for 10 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and water to make a batter.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot or fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Dip the marinated chicken pieces into the batter, allowing any excess to drip off. Fry in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 5-6 minutes per batch. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- In a small bowl, mix together the sweet chili sauce, mayonnaise, and lime juice to make the sauce.
- To assemble the wraps, spread a spoonful of the sauce onto each warmed tortilla. Top with a handful of shredded lettuce, sliced cucumber, chopped cilantro, and a generous portion of the crispy popcorn chicken.
- Fold in the sides of the tortilla and roll up tightly. Secure with toothpicks if needed.
- Serve the Taiwanese popcorn chicken wraps immediately and enjoy!
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Appetizer
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Calories: 400
- Fat: 15g
- Carbs: 45g
- Protein: 20g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Sugar: 5g
