Chicken Lollipop
Ingredients
- 12 pieces Chicken Drumettes
- 1/2 cup All-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1 Tbsp Salt
- 1 Tbsp Red chilli powder
- 1 Tbsp Pepper Powder
- Oil for deep fry
- 1 Egg
Instructions
- Using a sharp knife, make a cut around the base of each chicken drumette or wing.
- Push the meat down towards the thicker end of the bone to create the lollipop shape.
- In a bowl, mix together the flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg and water.
- Dip each chicken lollipop into the egg mixture and then coat it in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or a large pot over medium high heat
- carefully drop the chicken lollipop into the hot oil and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 8-10 minutes.
- Remove from the oil and drain on a paper towel.
- Serve hot with sweet and spicy dipping sauce on the side.
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FAQs
Here are some frequently asked questions about chicken lollipop:
What is the origin of chicken lollipop?
Chicken lollipop is an Indo-Chinese dish that originated in India in the 1970s. How is chicken lollipop prepared?
Chicken lollipop is prepared by marinating chicken wings in a blend of spices and then coating them with breadcrumbs or flour before being deep-fried or baked.
What is the typical serving size of chicken lollipop?
Chicken lollipop is typically served as an appetizer and comes in portions of 4 to 6 pieces.
Is chicken lollipop spicy?
Chicken lollipop can be spicy, depending on the level of spices used in the marinade and the dip served with the dish.
Can chicken lollipop be made without deep-frying?
Yes, chicken lollipop can be baked instead of deep-fried to make it a healthier option. Is chicken lollipop gluten-free?
Chicken lollipop is not gluten-free as it is coated with breadcrumbs or flour.