Ramadan Recipes: Ground Chicken Nuggets
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Ground Chicken Nuggets is a delightful Ramadan recipe perfect for iftar or suhoor. These savory bites are made with ground chicken, shaped into nuggets, and then fried to crispy perfection. During Ramazan, when families gather to break their fast, these nuggets offer a tasty and protein-packed option to enjoy together. With their crunchy exterior and juicy interior, these Ground Chicken Nuggets are sure to become a Ramadan favorite, adding a delicious touch to your special meals during this holy month.
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Ingredients
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- 30 Minutes
- 20 Serving
- 139 Calories
- 1 slice bread
- ¼ cup milk
- 500 grams ground chicken
Base
- 1 teaspoon onion powder, or 2 tablespoons finely chopped onion, squeeze excess water
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder, or 1 teaspoon garlic paste
- 1½ teaspoon chicken powder, or ½ chicken cube/bullion mixed with little cornflour.
- 2 tablespoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon salt , more to taste
- ½ teaspoon pepper
Seasonings
- 2 large eggs, for egg wash
- 3 cup bread crumb, to coat
- Oil, to fry
To Coat
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Method & Directions
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- 8 Minutes
- Soak and Mix
تم نسخ الرابطSoak bread slice in milk, then mash it. Combine mashed bread, garlic powder, onion powder, lemon juice, salt, and pepper with ground chicken. Chill mixture in the fridge for 15 minutes.
- Prepare Breading Station
تم نسخ الرابطWhisk eggs with salt and pepper to create egg wash. Spread breadcrumbs on a large plate. Prepare baking sheets or trays for the nuggets.
- Shape and Coat
تم نسخ الرابطGrease hands with oil and roll small balls from the ground chicken mixture. Coat each ball with breadcrumbs and shape into squares or circles. Dip each nugget in egg wash, then coat again with breadcrumbs.
- Fry and Freeze
تم نسخ الرابطFry nuggets in hot oil, avoiding overcrowding. Fry on medium heat for 2-3 minutes, then increase heat and fry for another 2 minutes until golden. Drain fried nuggets on a kitchen towel and serve hot with dip or ketchup. To freeze, place nuggets on a tray and freeze until solid. Store in plastic zip lock bags or containers with layers of butter paper in between. When frying frozen nuggets, fry directly in hot oil on medium heat for 4 minutes, then increase heat and fry for another 2 minutes until golden and cooked through.