Welcome to our food blog! Today, we are excited to share with you an mouthwatering chicken lollipop recipe that will surely become a favorite dish in your household. Chicken lollipop is a popular Indo-Chinese appetizer that features juicy and succulent chicken drumettes, shaped to resemble a lollipop, and then marinated in a flavorful sauce before being deep-fried to crispy perfection. Without further ado, let’s get started and understand how to make how to make chicken lollipop recipe!
Ingredients:
For Chicken Marination:
- 500g chicken drumettes
- 2 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp red chili sauce
- 1 tbsp tomato ketchup
- 1 tbsp vinegar
- 1 tsp black pepper powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 egg
For Sauce:
- 2 tbsp oil
- 2 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
- 1 tbsp red chili sauce
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp tomato ketchup
- 1 tbsp vinegar
- 1 tsp black pepper powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
For Garnish:
- Chopped spring onions
- Sesame seeds
Instructions:
1) In a mixing bowl, add chicken drumettes and all the marination ingredients like ginger-garlic paste, soy sauce, red chili sauce, tomato ketchup, vinegar, black pepper powder, salt, cornstarch, all-purpose flour, and egg. Mix well, ensuring that the chicken pieces are evenly coated with the marinade. Let it marinate for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.
2) In a deep frying pan or wok, heat oil for deep frying over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully drop the marinated chicken drumettes one by one into the hot oil, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry the chicken drumettes in batches for about 5-7 minutes or until they turn golden brown and crispy. Remove from the oil and place them on paper towels to absorb excess oil.
3) In another pan, heat 2 tbsp of oil over medium heat. Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for a minute or until fragrant. Then, add red chili sauce, soy sauce, tomato ketchup, vinegar, black pepper powder, and salt. Stir fry the sauce for another minute, allowing the flavors to meld together.
4) Add the fried chicken drumettes into the pan with the sauce and toss them gently, ensuring that the chicken drumettes are evenly coated with the sauce. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and coat the chicken drumettes well.
5) Once the chicken drumettes are nicely coated with the sauce, turn off the heat. Garnish with chopped spring onions and sesame seeds to add a burst of flavor and a touch of freshness.
6) Serve the delicious chicken lollipops hot and enjoy the crispy and flavorful chicken drumettes with a tangy and spicy sauce. These chicken lollipops are perfect as an appetizer for parties, gatherings, or as a tasty snack for a fun movie night.
Conclusion:
We hope you enjoy making and devouring these lip-smacking chicken lollipops as much as we do! The combination of crispy chicken and the tantalizing sauce will surely make your taste buds dance with joy. Happy cooking!