Karaage Sand

Instructions:

  1. Marinate the Chicken:
    In a bowl, combine soy sauce, sake, grated ginger, grated garlic, and sesame oil. Add the chicken pieces and mix well. Marinate for at least 30 minutes (or up to overnight for more flavor).

  2. Coat the Chicken:
    After marinating, coat each piece of chicken lightly with potato starch.

  3. Heat the Oil:
    Pour vegetable oil into a deep pan or pot to about 1.5 inches deep. Heat to 350°F (175°C).

  4. Fry the Chicken:
    Fry the chicken pieces in batches for 3-4 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels.

  5. Double Fry (Optional for Extra Crispiness):
    Fry the chicken a second time for 1-2 minutes to enhance the crispiness.

Assembling the Sandwich:

  1. Toast the almond milk bread slices lightly.

  2. Spread guacamole on one side of the bread and Magnifi sauce on the other.

  3. Place spring greens over the guacamole.

  4. Add the freshly fried karaage pieces.

  5. Drizzle with spicy honey sauce.

  6. Close the sandwich, slice in half, and enjoy!

A classic Japanese karaage sandwich. Juicy karaage – Japan’s take on fried chicken – is marinated in soy sauce, ginger, and garlic, then lightly coated in starch and fried to perfection. This creates a crispier, lighter texture compared to the thicker, more heavily seasoned American fried chicken. Paired with fresh vegetables and delicious sauces, it delivers an extraordinary flavor. Among the many sandwich options, this one is a fan favorite.The subtle sweetness and fluffy texture of UnD’s premium almond milk bread perfectly complement the crispy karaage and the crunch of fresh vegetables. This recipe is simple to make using Trader Joe’s seasonings. Sandwich recipes with shokupan are endless – just layer and enjoy. It's easy, so give it a try!

Ingredients

Prep time
10 min
Cook time
20 min
Serves
1

  • 2 slices of almond milk bread（UnD)

  • 4 pieces of karaage or fried chicken

    – Juicy and crispy Japanese-style fried chicken

  • Spring greens（Trader Joe’s)

    – Fresh and vibrant spring greens

  • Spicy honey sauce（Trader Joe’s)

    – Sweet honey with a kick of heat

  • Magnifi sauce（Trader Joe’s)

    – Rich and creamy house special sauce

  • Guacamole（Trader Joe’s)

    – Smooth and flavorful guacamole