Taiwanese Salt and Pepper Fried Chicken Gua Bao 割包

Name: Taiwanese Salt and Pepper Fried Chicken Gua Bao 割包
Ingredients: 4 cups flour; 1 tablespoon kosher salt; 2 tsp sugar; 1/2 teaspoon baking powder; 1/4 teaspoon baking soda; 1 1/2 cups of water (between 95°F-115°F); 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon active dry yeast; 1/4 cup rendered pork fat (optional); 2 lbs chicken boneless skinless thighs; 3 cloves of garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon of soy sauce; 2 tablespoons xiaoxing cooking wine, mirin or sake; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons flour; 1 egg white; 2-3 cups of canola, vegetable oil or any oil with a high smoke point; 1 English or Persian cucumber; 1/4 cup soy sauce; 1 tablespoon water; 3 tablespoons almond butter; 3 tablespoons maple syrup or honey; 1 teaspoon rice vinegar; 2 teaspoons sesame oil; Chopped nuts (peanuts, almonds, or pine nuts); Fresh cilantro; Fresh basil

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This dish is a project let me tell you, but it hits all the spots with a soft fluffy bun paired with crunchy, juicy fried chicken that's doused with almond hoisin sauce and paired with bright pickles.

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