Deep-fried Dish

Sesame chicken is an American-Chinese dish made by deep-frying deboned and battered chicken pieces which are then dressed with a thick, translucent, sweet sauce consisting of chicken broth, sugar, corn starch, and vinegar or sake. The dish is additionally topped with toasted or untoasted sesame seeds, giving sesame chicken its name. It is usually served with steamed broccoli, rice, or baby corn on the side.

Sesame Chicken

Fish and chips is a traditional dish consisting of freshly fried fish fillets and sliced fried potatoes. The fish is dipped in a batter of eggs, flour, and milk, and it&rsquo;s then fried in oil, lard, or beef drippings. The most common types of fish used are cod, haddock, skate, and pollock, but cod is the most popular choice, with 60% of all fish and chips meals using it as the preferred fish. Skate, on the other hand, is usually found in fish and chips shops along the west coast of Scotland. The fish has a mild, slightly nutty flavor that perfectly pairs with tartar sauce or a squeeze of lemon juice. However, the downside of using skate for fish and chips is that the tender meat first has to be removed from a myriad of bones that can be found in each wing of the fish.

Skate fish and chips

United States

Southern fried crappie is a beloved dish from Oklahoma, consisting of crappie fish fillets that are rolled in cornmeal, seasonings, and Cayenne pepper, then deep-fried until golden brown in color. The dish is commonly sprinkled with lemon juice and served either with French fries, onions, or hushpuppies. A glass of sweet tea or a cold beer can be used as perfect accompaniments to this hearty dish.

Southern Fried Crappie

When it first appeared in 1963 at the Grove Supper Club, Springfield-style cashew chicken was an instant success. As an attempt to merge the two worlds, chef David Leong, a Chinese immigrant, modified its native cuisine so that it would appeal to the locals' taste. Instead of stir-frying, he dipped the pieces of chicken meat in batter, deep-fried them, and then coated them with a thickened dressing made from soy sauce, chicken broth, and oyster sauce. The dish is typically served over rice and garnished with crushed cashews and chopped green onions.

Springfield-Style Cashew Chicken

Italy

Widely considered to be one of Rome's best street foods, these breaded, deep-fried rice croquettes are in fact quite similar to the Sicilian arancini, but unlike which, Roman suppl&igrave; are traditionally filled with mozzarella, and the rice is pre-simmered in a tomato-based meat sauce. In Rome, they are popularly known as suppl&igrave; al telefono, taking their name from an Italianization of the French word for surprise and the long strings of molten cheese that resemble a telephone cord &mdash; the surprise that is revealed when you break one of these crispy rice balls open. However, these delectable rice fritters hail back to a time long before the telephone &mdash; the name apparently originated during the Napoleonic occupation of Italy in the late 18th century, while the first written mention of suppl&igrave; was found on the menu of Rome's Trattoria della Lepre from 1874. Back then, they were filled with provatura Romana cheese, chicken giblets, or mincemeat, and were supposedly the favorite afternoon snack of James Joyce, who lived in Rome at the time. Even today, the Roman suppl&igrave; remains an unmissable crunchy treat for anyone visiting Italy's capitale. They are served in numerous friggitorias - street eateries that serve fried snacks known as fritti, but they have also become a classic antipasto, and are featured on pizzeria and trattoria menus all over town.

Supplì

This Taiwanese classic consists of bite-sized pieces of chicken that are primarily marinated in a flavorful combination of soy sauce, garlic, ginger, rice wine, and various spices. The pieces are then coated in potato or corn starch and deep-fried until crispy. The dish is usually prepared with boneless chicken thighs, and while traditional seasonings include salt, pepper, and five-spice, modern variations may employ a variety of spices such as seaweed powder, mustard powder, or allspice. Taiwanese popcorn chicken is known by many names and it is one of the iconic street food items, enjoyed throughout the country. The dish is usually served without an accompanying sauce, but it frequently comes garnished with deep-fried basil leaves.

Taiwanese Popcorn Chicken

Though similar varieties of scallion pancakes can be found in other Asian countries, in Taiwan they are a common and sought-after treat that is usually enjoyed as a snack or an accompaniment to other dishes. The pancakes are prepared with an unleavened dough that is flattened, sprinkled with sliced scallions, and then rolled and pressed to form a flat pancake that is pan-fried until crispy. Apart from the traditional version, these tasty snacks are occasionally prepared with the same type of dough that is rolled and deep-fried, before it is smeared with a flavorful combination of scallions. Regardless of the varieties, scallion pancakes are a staple street food in Taiwan, especially popular at traditional night markets. The pancakes can be paired with other dishes, but they are usually merely accompanied by various dipping sauces.

Taiwanese Scallion Pancake

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Tajada de bacalao ("slice of cod" in English) is a Spanish cod dish, the preparation of which can vary depending on the specific recipe or regional tradition. It could refer to a slice of fresh cod, but more often, it refers to a piece of salted cod. These slices of cod can be prepared in various ways, such as being grilled or baked, but they are usually fried until golden brown and crispy. It can be served with a squeeze of lemon and aioli, accompanied by fried potatoes or a fresh salad. 
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Tajada de bacalao

Tempe bacem is a traditional tempeh-based dish that's usually associated with Central Java. The tempeh is marinated in coconut milk, galangal, and bay leaves, then boiled with a spice paste consisting of garlic, onions, coriander, palm sugar, and tamarind. Once boiled, the tempeh is deep-fried in hot oil on both sides, but not too much because the texture will become dry or crunchy. Tempe bacem is usually served with hot chili peppers or steamed rice on the side.

Tempe bacem

The star ingredient in this traditional dish is tempeh&mdash;a natural, soy-based product that is usually sold in blocks. It originates from Indonesia where it is used in a variety of ways. In this simple dish, thick slices of tempeh are first marinated in different combinations of liquid and spices and are then merely pan or deep-fried in oil until they become crispy. Tempe goreng is usually served as a snack with sambal on the side, but it also makes a great accompaniment to other dishes.

Tempe goreng

Indonesia

Tempeh mendoan is a variety of fried tempeh that hails from Purwokerto. Thin slices of tempeh&mdash;fermented soybean product&mdash;are dipped in batter that is enriched with ground coriander, sliced scallions, and garlic before they are deep-fried. This tempeh variety is only shortly fried, creating a crispy outer layer, while the tempeh remains soft and juicy. The name of the dish stems from Banyumasan language in which mendo roughly translates as half-cooked. This tempeh is best served with sambal, other types of chili-based dips, or kecap manis&mdash;Indonesian sweet soy sauce. It is usually enjoyed as a snack or a side dish, and it is mostly prepared and sold by street vendors.

Tempeh mendoan

Tempe kering is a traditional plant-based dish. It's made with tempeh, a product made from fermented soybeans. The dish is prepared by deep-frying tempeh, then mixing it with spices and palm sugar. Once fried, the tempeh is mixed with a combination of fried peanuts, shallots, garlic, galangal, and water. This unique tempeh preparation is also suitable for vegans. If desired, it can be served with kecap manis (sweetened soy sauce) on the side.

Tempe kering

Although tempura is battered and deep-fried, the Japanese approach to food, characterized by clean flavors, simplicity, and minimalistic approach to ingredients remains intact. The most favorable ingredients for the dish include shrimp, scallops, squid, and small crabs, or vegetables such as shiitake mushrooms, asparagus, Japanese eggplant, and snow peas. The batter is the most crucial part of tempura, consisting of flour, eggs, and water, keeping the ingredients moist and flavorful. Even though the dish is very simple, it has quite murky origins. The most popular theory says that the Jesuit missionaries who came to Japan from Portugal in the 16th century were the most probable inspiration for the dish, consuming vegetable and seafood fritters on ember days (days on which no meat was allowed to be consumed). Another theory says that battered and deep-fried food was introduced to Japan by the Chinese, initially embraced by Zen priests who wanted to make their vegetarian diet more flavorful. Regardless of the origins of tempura, it remains an iconic dish that is served in a wide variety of ways: on its own, over rice, accompanied by tentsuyu or soy sauce, or even as a filling in sushi rolls.

Tempura

A delicious combination of tempura and donburi - hence the name tendon - this classic Japanese one-bowl meal consists of battered and deep-fried seafood or vegetables laid over freshly steamed rice. The most popular ingredients for tendon include ebi or shrimps, which can be found in virtually all tempura dishes, and Japanese eggplant called nasu, but also other vegetables such as daikon radish and kabocha squash. Tendon is usually drizzled with the umami-imparting tentsuyu, a savory tempura sauce made with dashi soup stock and a mixture of soy sauce, mirin, and sugar called kaeshi. Alternatively, to make your tendon bowl look even more appetizing, the tempura pieces can be separately dipped in any dashi or soy-based sauce before being neatly arranged on top of a steamy bed of rice. In Japan, tendon dishes are most often enjoyed for lunch or as a light evening meal.

Tendon

Thin fried catfish is a traditional dish originating from New Orleans. The dish consists of catfish fillets that are sliced very thinly, breaded, then fried until golden brown. There should be a good ratio of fish to flour. Ingredients such as salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, or cayenne can be added to the dry seasoning mix in order to elevate the flavors. Lemon zest is also sometimes added to the mix. The fillets are dipped in eggwash and the dry seasoning mix, then deep-fried until they become golden. Thin fried catfish is typically served with tartar sauce, cocktail sauce, or lemon wedges on the side.

Thin Fried Catfish

Tian bu la are Taiwanese fish cakes made with a thick paste which incorporates mild white fish fillets, eggs, and potato or tapioca flour. The generously seasoned mixture is piped directly in the sizzling oil, then deep-fried until golden brown. The fish cakes are usually shaped in long and thin cylindrical forms, but they are sometimes flattened into thick, round discs. Even though they can be eaten immediately after frying, the Taiwanese traditionally boil them on low heat in a soy-sauce-based broth, which allows the crispy skin to soften, and the cake to infuse with all the pungent broth flavors. If it is served as a crispy treat, it is usually skewered and enjoyed as a snack on the go. Fried and boiled versions are usually offered in traditional Taiwanese eateries alongside other deep-fried treats such as fish balls or tofu. They are served in bowls and smothered with a sticky brown sauce made with chili paste, soy sauce, miso, and sugar. Traditionally, the sauce leftovers are later mixed with the broth in which the cakes were boiled in order to create a flavorful soup eaten at the end of a meal. Both tian bu la varieties are staples of Taiwanese night markets and one of the favorite Taiwanese street food items.

Tian bu la

The breaded, deep-fried pork cutlet tonkatsu is a Japanese dish with a very recent history. It first appeared at the end of the 19th century as a type of yoshoku &mdash; the Western-influenced Japanese dishes &mdash; but with time, tonkatsu has become increasingly Japanized, widely available to the masses and thus more popular. Tonkatsu is a dish in itself or, if married with other ingredients, it can turn into many of its almost endless variations; made like a sandwich, paired with ramen or rice, poured over with a thick miso sauce as done in Nagoya, or served with curry to make katsu karē. As a result of such popularity, many other fried dishes were developed using ham, beef, minced patties, and chicken as substitutes. For serving, tonkatsu is sliced, then placed on a plate together with shredded cabbage. Rice and miso come in separate bowls, while pickled vegetables and a citrus-based sauce are placed on the side. An essential element is the seasoning, traditionally either a type of thick Worcestershire sauce called sōsu or mustard.

Tonkatsu

Chicken katsu is a traditional dish and a type of katsu. It's made by dredging tender chicken breast in flour, eggs, and panko breadcrumbs, then frying the cutlets in hot oil until they become golden and crunchy. Although chicken breast is the most popular choice, other parts of the bird can be used as well. The cutlet is traditionally served cut into smaller pieces since it's eaten with chopsticks. The dish is served with steamed white rice and katsu sauce, a tangy, sweet, and thick Worcestershire-like concoction made from apple pur&eacute;e.

Tori katsu

Japan

Toriten is a Japanese dish, specifically from the Oita Prefecture on Kyushu Island. It's a type of fried chicken, but unlike the more widely known karaage (Japanese fried chicken), toriten is characterized by its unique preparation and style. The chicken (usually thigh meat for its tenderness and flavor) is marinated in a mixture that often includes soy sauce, sake, ginger, and garlic. This marination imparts a savory and slightly sweet flavor to the chicken. Unlike karaage, which is coated in a light dusting of flour or starch, toriten is dipped in a tempura-like batter before frying. This batter can include ingredients like flour, egg, and sometimes water or ice to keep it light. The result is a crispy, yet airy and light coating. The chicken pieces are deep-fried until golden brown. The tempura batter creates a distinctively crispy and fluffy texture, different from the denser coating of karaage. Toriten is often served hot with a side of dipping sauce, which can vary by region or restaurant. Common accompaniments include a citrusy ponzu sauce, a soy-based sauce, or a mustard-mayo mixture. It's also typically served with a side of cabbage or other vegetables, and enjoyed enjoyed as a casual meal or as a complement to beer in Japanese izakayas.

Toriten

Spain

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Tortillitas de camarones are a traditional Spanish dish particularly popular in the province of Cadiz and especially associated with the city of San Fernando. These are fritters made with a batter of chickpea flour (though sometimes a mix of wheat and chickpea flour is used), water, fresh shrimp, onion, and parsley. The mixture is fried in olive oil until crisp. The shrimp used in this dish are often tiny, and they are used whole, including the shell. The result is a thin, crispy pancake loaded with small shrimps, traditionally served as a tapa. It's a simple dish, but it's packed with flavor and has a unique texture due to the crispness of the pancake combined with the shrimp. It's a typical dish you might find in fried fish shops or freidurias throughout Andalusia, particularly in coastal towns and cities.
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