Aromatic Chicken Sticks
Category: Appetizers
Servings: 6
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
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| Chicken breast | 400g |
| Fresh chili peppers | 2 |
| Lemongrass sticks | 2 |
| Fresh spring onions | 3 |
| Fresh coriander | 2 sprigs |
| Fresh mint | To taste |
| Ground ginger | 2g |
| Bread (preferably white) | 40g |
| Egg | 1 |
Instructions
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Prepare the bread crumbs: Start by breaking the bread into smaller pieces and grinding them in a food processor to create breadcrumbs. Set them aside for later use.
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Prepare the fresh ingredients: Cut the fresh chili peppers in half, remove the seeds, and finely chop them. Clean and trim the lemongrass sticks, then chop them finely as well. Combine the lemongrass, fresh coriander leaves, and fresh mint with the ground ginger in the food processor and blend until the mixture is finely chopped.
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Chop the spring onions: Rinse the fresh spring onions, then chop them finely using a sharp knife.
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Combine the ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the ground chicken breast. To this, incorporate the finely chopped spring onions, the fresh herb and spice mixture, and the beaten egg. Mix everything thoroughly, ensuring all ingredients are well combined.
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Form the chicken sticks: With your hands (moisten them in a bowl of warm water to prevent sticking), shape the mixture into small cylindrical shapes. Once formed, gently flatten each piece with your fingers to create a brick-like appearance.
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Chill the chicken sticks: Arrange the formed chicken sticks on a plate and refrigerate them for 10-15 minutes to firm up.
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Cook the chicken sticks: Preheat a grill pan or non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Place the chicken sticks onto the hot pan and cook for about 10 minutes, turning them frequently to ensure they cook evenly on all sides and do not stick. Optionally, you can lightly grease the pan with a small amount of oil to help with cooking.
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Serve: Once cooked, remove the chicken sticks from the pan. Serve them with toothpicks for easy handling and enjoy the aromatic flavor of these delicious chicken appetizers!
These Aromatic Chicken Sticks are a perfect choice for any gathering or as a flavorful appetizer before a meal. They bring together the fresh zing of mint, coriander, and lemongrass with the heat of chili, creating a wonderfully aromatic bite-sized treat.
