Fried Chikuwa

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1. 1
   Cut the chikuwa in half lengthwise.
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2. 2
   Cut each piece in half again.
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3. 3
   Gently tie each piece into a knot shape, being careful not to pull too hard to avoid tearing.
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4. 4
   Mix soy sauce, sake, sugar, grated ginger, and grated garlic in a plastic bag.
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5. 5
   Add the tied chikuwa to the bag, shake to coat evenly with the marinade, and let sit for about 5 minutes.
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6. 6
   Coat the chikuwa thoroughly with potato starch.
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7. 7
   Deep-fry the chikuwa in hot oil. Do not move them for the first 40 seconds to 1 minute to prevent the coating from flaking off. Once the coating is set, turn them to cook evenly. Fry for about 2 minutes total until golden and crispy, then remove.
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