Crispy Chicken Nuggets: Anti-Fall Apart Nuggets
Ingredients:
- 350 grams of chicken breast fillet
- 100 grams of grated carrots
- 80 grams of grated cheddar cheese
- 75 grams of shallots
- 6 cloves of garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon of ground pepper
- 2 tablespoons of BBQ-flavored seasoning powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder
- 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs
- Sugar and salt to taste
For Coating:
- 100 grams of tapioca flour
- Enough water
- 3 egg whites
- 200 grams of finely blended breadcrumbs
Steps:
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Prepare the Nugget Mixture:
- In a blender or food processor, combine the chicken breast fillet, grated carrots, grated cheddar cheese, shallots, garlic, ground pepper, BBQ-flavored seasoning powder, baking powder, all-purpose flour, eggs, sugar, and salt. Blend until the mixture is smooth and well-combined.
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Steam the Nuggets:
- Transfer the blended mixture into a greased baking dish or steaming tray. Spread it out evenly.
- Steam the mixture for about 20 minutes or until it is fully cooked. Remove from the steamer and let it cool.
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Cut and Coat the Nuggets:
- Once the steamed nugget mixture has cooled, cut it into nugget-sized pieces.
- Prepare a coating station with three bowls: one with tapioca flour mixed with enough water to make a slurry, another with egg whites, and the third with finely blended breadcrumbs.
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First Coating:
- Dip each nugget piece into the tapioca flour slurry, ensuring it is fully coated.
- Roll the coated nugget in the finely blended breadcrumbs.
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Second Coating:
- Dip the breadcrumb-coated nugget into the egg whites.
- Roll it again in the finely blended breadcrumbs, ensuring an even and thorough coating.
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Fry or Bake the Nuggets:
- At this stage, the nuggets are ready to be fried until golden brown and crispy or baked in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) until they achieve the desired crispiness.
These crispy chicken nuggets are a delightful snack or meal, perfect for both kids and adults. The double coating ensures that the nuggets remain intact and deliver a satisfying crunch with every bite. Enjoy your homemade, anti-fall-apart nuggets with your favorite dipping sauce!
