Almond Chicken Appetizers |
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Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 3 |
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Delicious, crispy chicken nuggets breaded with crunchy almonds. Makes about 20 nuggets which should serve 2-3 as a main dish. Prep time includes time to marinate. Ingredients:
1 (1 lb) boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes |
vegetable oil, to deep fry |
1 egg white |
1/2 teaspoon soy sauce |
1/4 teaspoon salt |
1/2 teaspoon sugar |
1/8 teaspoon white pepper |
1 pinch ground cinnamon |
1 pinch ground cloves |
3/4 cup flour |
3/4 cup chicken broth or 3/4 cup water |
2 tablespoons cornstarch |
1 teaspoon salt |
1 teaspoon baking soda |
1 cup toasted slivered almonds |
1/2 teaspoon almond extract |
Directions:
1. In medium bowl, mix together egg white, soy sauce, salt, sugar, pepper, cinnamon, and cloves; stir chicken pieces into mixture.
2. Marinate, covered, in the refrigerator for 20 minutes.
3. Mix together the flour, chicken broth, cornstarch, 1 teaspoon salt, the baking soda, almonds and almond extract; stir chicken into batter until well coated.
4. In wok, heat 1 1/2-inches oil to 350°F.
5. Fry chicken pieces, about fifteen at a time, turning frequently, until light brown (2-3 minutes); drain on paper towels.
6. Increase oil temperature to 375°F.
7. Fry chicken all at once until golden brown (1 minute); drain on paper towels.
8. Serve with dipping sauce.
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