Chicken Lollipop Recipe
Fried drumsticks glazed with soy sauce, garlic & ginger
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Pat the chicken drumsticks dry with paper towels. Use a sharp knife to carefully scrape the meat down to the bone on one end of each drumstick, creating a 'lollipop' effect.
- 2
Marinate the Chicken
In a bowl, mix together soy sauce, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Add the chicken drumsticks and marinate for at least 30 minutes, preferably in the refrigerator.
Breading and Frying
- 3
Prepare the Breading
In a shallow dish, combine all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- 4
Coat the Chicken
Remove the marinated chicken from the marinade and allow excess to drip off. Dredge each drumstick in the flour mixture until fully coated.
- 5
Heat the Oil
In a deep skillet or frying pan, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 6
Fry the Chicken
Carefully place the breaded drumsticks into the hot oil, frying in batches if necessary. Fry for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through, turning occasionally.
- 7
Glaze the Chicken
Once fried, remove the chicken from the oil and drain on paper towels. In a separate pan, heat the remaining marinade over medium heat until it thickens slightly. Toss the fried drumsticks in the glaze to coat.
Serving
- 8
Garnish and Serve
Sprinkle the glazed chicken lollipops with sesame seeds and chopped green onions. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
