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Chicken nanban

Chicken nanban (Tori nanban, 鶏南蛮, or チキン南蛮) is a Japanese fried chicken dish that originated in the Kyushu region, particularly in Miyazaki Prefecture.

Overview

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Chicken Nanban is a regional Japanese dish originating from Miyazaki Prefecture in the Kyushu region. It consists of deep-fried chicken that is marinated in a sweet and tangy vinegar-based sauce—known as "nanban sauce"—and typically topped with tartar sauce. The dish blends Western-style frying techniques with Japanese seasoning, creating a unique flavor profile that is both savory and refreshing.

Originally inspired by Portuguese and Western cuisine influences during the Nanban trade period (16th century), Chicken Nanban has become a staple of Kyushu cuisine and is now popular throughout Japan. It is often served as a teishoku (set meal) in restaurants, accompanied by rice and miso soup. While many variations exist, the defining features are the vinegar marinade and creamy tartar topping.[1]

Etymology

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In Japan, Chicken Nanban is also known as "Tori Nanban" (鶏南蛮),[a] though the term "Chicken Nanban" is also commonly understood.

Notes

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  1. ^ "Tori" means "chicken" in Japanese. "Nanban" (南蛮) literally means "southern barbarian," a historical term used in Japan to refer to Portuguese and other foreign people who came to Japan by sea from the south.[1]

Reference

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  1. ^ a b "チキン南蛮 宮崎県 | うちの郷土料理:農林水産省". www.maff.go.jp. Retrieved 2025-05-20.

Category:Japanese chicken dishes Category:Culture in Miyazaki Prefecture