Taiwanese fried chicken

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Taiwanese fried chicken

A plate of homemade Taiwanese fried chicken in California
Place of origin	Taiwan
Serving temperature	Hot
Main ingredients	Chicken and condiment
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Taiwanese fried chicken (Chinese: 鹹酥雞; pinyin: xiánsūjī; Wade–Giles: hsien²su¹chi¹; Pe̍h-ōe-jī: kiâm-so͘-ke; also 鹽酥雞; yánsūjī; 'salty crispy chicken'), westernized as popcorn chicken, is a dish in Taiwanese cuisine commonly found as a street snack. It is popular at the night markets in Taiwan. It consists of bite-sized pieces of chicken, coated and fried with flour and seasoning mixture. Salt and pepper is the staple condiment, while chili powder, lightly fried basil leaves, and garlic bits are added depending on preference.

Since the creation of this dish, it has become a popular fast food or restaurant appetizer in other countries in Asia, as well as among Asian immigrant populations overseas. It has also become increasingly popular in the United States alongside a broader increase in popularity of Taiwanese cuisine in that country.