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Deep-Fried Almond Chicken Bites

Source of Recipe


Gourmet



List of Ingredients



• 1 large egg white, beaten slightly
  
• 3 Tbsp medium-dry Sherry
  
• 1 Tbsp cornstarch
  
• 1 Tbsp soy sauce
  
• ¼ tsp sugar
  
• ¾ pound chicken breast, skinned and boned
  
• ¾ cup finely chopped blanched almonds
  
• 1 Tbsp cornstarch
  






Instructions



1. In a ceramic or glass bowl combine egg white, beaten lightly, Sherry, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, soy sauce, and sugar. Cut the chicken breast into 1½-inch pieces, add it to the Sherry mixture, and let it marinate for 30 minutes.
   
   
2. In a dish combine the almonds and 1 tablespoon cornstarch. Coat the chicken with the almond mixture and, in a deep fryer, fry it in batches in hot 375° F deep oil for 3 minutes or until it is golden, transferring it as it is fried with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain.
   
   
3. Sprinkle the chicken with salt and serve it warm or at room temperature.
   
   Makes about 24 hors d'oeuvres