What name is commonly used for Taiwanese popcorn chicken?

Yan su ji is a common name for Taiwanese popcorn chicken.

Taiwanese fried chicken, often called yan su ji, consists of small pieces of chicken that are marinated, coated, and deep-fried. The pieces are commonly seasoned with white pepper, five-spice powder, garlic, and other ingredients. Thai basil leaves may be fried and served alongside the chicken.

The snack is especially associated with Taiwan’s night markets, where it is sold in paper bags or cups for eating while walking. Its small size and strongly seasoned coating distinguish it from large bone-in fried-chicken portions.

English-language menus may use several spellings or simply call the dish Taiwanese popcorn chicken. That variation can make the name look inconsistent, but yan su ji is the standard romanized term asked for here. The dish should not be confused with Japanese karaage, although both use bite-sized fried chicken.