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Chicken Feet (凤爪 – Fèng Zhuǎ) / china king menu-2024

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Here’s a complete recipe for Chicken Feet (凤爪 – Fèng Zhuǎ), a popular Chinese delicacy often enjoyed as a dim sum dish.


Ingredients

For the Chicken Feet:

  • 500g chicken feet (trimmed, cleaned, and nails removed)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp vinegar (optional, for cleaning)

For Frying:

  • Vegetable oil (enough for deep frying)

For Braising:

  • 3 cups water
  • 3 slices ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic (smashed)
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp dark soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tbsp Shaoxing wine (optional)
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 star anise
  • 1 small piece of cinnamon stick
  • 1 tsp Sichuan peppercorns (optional, for spicier flavor)
  • 1 tbsp chili bean paste (Doubanjiang) (optional)
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Instructions

1. Preparation

  1. Trim the nails off the chicken feet, if not already done. Rinse thoroughly.
  2. Soak the chicken feet in cold water mixed with salt and vinegar for 10-15 minutes to clean. Rinse and drain.

2. Frying the Chicken Feet

  1. Pat the chicken feet dry with paper towels.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot or wok until it reaches 180°C (350°F).
  3. Carefully deep-fry the chicken feet in batches until golden brown (5-7 minutes). Be cautious of oil splatter.
  4. Remove and let the chicken feet drain on a paper towel.
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3. Soaking

  1. Place the fried chicken feet in a bowl of ice-cold water. Let them soak for at least 1-2 hours or overnight in the refrigerator. This helps the skin become plump and tender.
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4. Braising

  1. Heat a wok or pot with a little oil. Add ginger, garlic, and spices (star anise, cinnamon, Sichuan peppercorns) and stir-fry until fragrant.
  2. Add soy sauce, dark soy sauce, oyster sauce, chili bean paste, Shaoxing wine, sugar, and water. Stir well to combine.
  3. Drain the chicken feet and add them to the sauce.
  4. Cover and simmer on low heat for 45 minutes to 1 hour, until the chicken feet are tender and flavorful. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

5. Finishing

  1. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed (add more soy sauce or sugar as desired).
  2. Remove the chicken feet and transfer them to a serving plate.
  3. Garnish with chopped green onions or sesame seeds if desired.

Serving Suggestions

  • Serve warm as a dim sum dish or a side dish.
  • Pair with steamed rice or a hot bowl of congee for a complete meal.

Enjoy your 凤爪 (Fèng Zhuǎ)!

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