Popcorn Chicken With Spicy Fish Sauce Caramel | TasteToronto

Ingredients

• 6-7 boneless and skinless chicken thighs or 4 large boneless and skinless chicken breasts
• Neutral oil (about 1 quart), for frying
• 3 cups buttermilk
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon paprika
• 1/2 tablespoon cayenne
• 2 teaspoons onion powder
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder
• Salt and Pepper
• Kosher salt, to taste
• Pepper, to taste
• 1/4 cup water
• 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 garlic clove, finely minced
• 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes
• 1/2 cup palm sugar or light brown sugar
• 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons fish sauce
• Thai chili peppers, to garnish
• Chopped cilantro, to garnish