Chicken karaage, +8.3%
The Japanese dish features bite-sized chicken thigh that’s been marinated, coated with potato starch and deep-fried in oil. Though marinades vary, typical combinations include soy, mirin, sake, ginger, garlic and sugar. Although it’s typically featured as a bento box item in Japan, U.S. restaurants often serve it as a starter, small plate or entree. Florida chain Sushi Maki offers its version as $6 bites with lemon, Japanese-style mayo and ponzu sauce for dipping.
Chicken karaage menu mentions have grown 8.3% in the last year.