Paper-Wrapped Chicken Recipe
Description: Dive into the flavors of Chinese Cantonese cuisine with this delightful Paper-Wrapped Chicken dish. A popular choice in Chinese restaurants, it’s perfect for buffets, dinner parties, or simply as a flavorful meal at home.
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 packages
Ingredients:
- 1/2 chicken, cut into pieces
- Salt, to taste
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon light soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
- 1 1/2 tablespoons rice wine
- 2 tablespoons ginger juice
- 1 tablespoon cornflour
Instructions:
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Prepare the Paper:
- Get grease-proof paper and cut it into 12 square pieces measuring 18cm by 18cm each.
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Marinate the Chicken:
- In a bowl, combine the chicken pieces with salt, sugar, light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, rice wine, ginger juice, and cornflour.
- Allow the chicken to marinate in the seasoning for at least 15 minutes.
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Prepare the Packages:
- Brush one side of each paper square with oil.
- Place a marinated chicken piece at one corner of the paper.
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Fold the Packages:
- Fold up the corner of the paper to cover the chicken.
- Then fold the sides of the paper to cover the chicken completely.
- Fold the remaining corner down and tuck it into the pocket to create a sealed package.
- Repeat this process for the rest of the chicken pieces.
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Deep-Fry the Packages:
- Heat oil in a saucepan for deep-frying.
- Once the oil is hot, reduce the heat to medium-low.
- Carefully place the prepared packages into the hot oil.
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Cooking:
- Fry the packages for about 5 to 7 minutes, until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the packages from the oil and drain off any excess oil on paper towels.
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Serving:
- Serve the Paper-Wrapped Chicken hot, allowing diners to open their packages themselves and enjoy the aromatic flavors.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 58.5
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Cholesterol: 14.2mg
- Sodium: 319.8mg
- Carbohydrates: 1.1g
- Fiber: 0.1g
- Sugar: 0.4g
- Protein: 3.7g
This Paper-Wrapped Chicken recipe combines tender chicken with a savory marinade, encased in a crispy paper package, creating a delightful burst of flavors with every bite. Perfect for sharing with family and friends, it’s a surefire crowd-pleaser that will transport your taste buds to the vibrant streets of Cantonese cuisine. So, gather your ingredients, wrap up some deliciousness, and enjoy the culinary journey! 🍗🥢