3 Delicious and Crispy Lemongrass-Kaffir Lime Chicken Feet Recipes
Lemongrass-kaffir lime marinated chicken feet are perfect for snacking with friends and family. In this article, Dien May XANH will guide you through 3 delicious, crispy, and flavorful chicken feet recipes you can easily make at home in a jiffy!
1. Lemongrass-Kaffir Lime Marinated Chicken Feet
- Prep Time:30 minutes
- Cook Time:30 minutes
- Difficulty:Easy
Ingredients for Lemongrass-Kaffir Lime Marinated Chicken Feet Serves 4
Chicken feet 1.5 kg Lemongrass 7 stalks Kaffir limes 200 gr Garlic 1 bulb Shallot 5 cloves Lime 4 fruits Chili peppers 10 Rice wine a little Fish sauce 1 cup(rice bowl) Ice cubes a little Salt/sugar a little
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How to Make Lemongrass-Kaffir Lime Marinated Chicken Feet
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1. Prepare the Chicken Feet
Rinse the chicken feet with a little salt, cut them in half, and boil them. Add about 1 teaspoon of salt, a little rice wine, 2 lemongrass stalks, and 5 shallots (crushed) to the boiling water. Boil until it simmers, then turn off the heat.
To maintain crispiness, place the chicken feet in iced water for 15 minutes. Then, remove and drain.
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2. Make the Marinade
In a pot, bring 1 (rice bowl) of fish sauce to a boil, then add 2 cups of sugar. Continue to simmer over medium heat. Once boiling, remove from heat and let cool.
Next, slice 5 lemongrass stalks and 200g kaffir limes, slice 3 chilies, mince or crush the garlic and the remaining 7 chilies, and squeeze 1/2 cup of lime juice.
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3. Marinate the Chicken Feet
Once all ingredients are prepped, add the chicken feet to a bowl. Add the minced garlic, minced chilies, sliced chilies, sliced kaffir limes, sliced lemongrass, and cooled marinade. Mix well.
Let the marinated chicken feet sit at room temperature for 1 hour, then refrigerate.
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4. Finished Product
The lemongrass-kaffir lime marinated chicken feet will have an appealing red and green color. When you eat them, you’ll experience the crispy texture, the sour and spicy flavors, and the fragrant aroma of lemongrass and kaffir lime blending together— incredibly delicious!
2. Thai-Style Lemongrass-Kaffir Lime Chicken Feet
- Prep Time:30 minutes
- Cook Time:40 minutes
- Difficulty:Easy
Ingredients for Thai-Style Lemongrass-Kaffir Lime Chicken Feet Serves 2
Chicken feet 500 gr Lemongrass 40 gr Chili peppers 50 gr Kaffir lime leaves 10 Kaffir limes 5 Chili peppers 15 gr Galangal 50 gr Cilantro 5 stalks Shallot 5 cloves Garlic 1 bulb Fish sauce 100 ml White vinegar 100 ml White rice wine 10 ml Salt/sugar a little
Product Information
- This recipe uses a 400W, 1.5-liter blender to puree ingredients. It utilizes special 4-blade stainless steel blades for efficient and smooth blending, even for small ice cubes.
- The anti-slip base ensures stability during operation, guaranteeing safe usage.
- Consider investing in a versatile blender for a powerful kitchen assistant.
- If you want to make a delicious dipping sauce for your lemongrass-kaffir lime chicken feet, get this blender to help you!
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How to Make Thai-Style Lemongrass-Kaffir Lime Chicken Feet
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1. Prepare the Chicken Feet
Rinse the chicken feet, then boil them with 1 crushed lemongrass stalk, 3 small chilies, and 10ml of white rice wine until cooked. Remove and immerse in ice water for 10 minutes to firm them up. Cut the chicken feet in half.
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2. Make the Marinade
In a pot, combine 100ml water, 100ml fish sauce, 100ml vinegar, and 120g sugar, and 1 tablespoon of salt. Bring to a boil, then turn off the heat and let cool. This is your chicken feet marinade.
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3. Finish
First, finely blend the shallots, garlic, cilantro roots, chilies, sliced chilies, and galangal.
After cutting the chicken feet in half, marinate them with the blended mixture and 5 kaffir limes. Pour in the cooled marinade, mix thoroughly, and let the Thai-style chicken feet marinade sit for about 2 hours before serving.
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4. Finished Product
The Thai-style chicken feet are chewy and crispy, perfectly infused with sweet and sour flavors, and a spicy and aromatic taste. Notably, this recipe features the distinctive flavor of lemongrass and kaffir lime, with a fragrant aroma of kaffir lime leaves, making it very appealing.
Product Information
- You can use a 400W, 1.5-liter blender to puree ingredients. It uses special 4-blade stainless steel blades, enhancing sharpness and enabling easy and smooth blending, even for small ice cubes. The anti-slip base ensures stability during operation, guaranteeing safe usage.
- Currently, the price of multi-functional blenders ranges from $150 to $2,800 (price updated in May 2022).
3. Lemongrass-Kaffir Lime and Young Bilimbi Chicken Feet
- Prep Time:30 minutes
- Cook Time:30 minutes
- Difficulty:Easy
Ingredients for Lemongrass-Kaffir Lime and Young Bilimbi Chicken Feet Serves 2
Chicken feet 500 gr Dried shrimp 30 gr Young bilimbi 100 gr Kaffir limes 50 gr Ginger 10 gr Lemongrass 50 gr Minced lemongrass 2 tbsp Chili peppers 20 gr Minced shallots 2 tbsp Kaffir lime juice 50 ml Fish sauce 50 ml Shrimp paste 100 gr Brown sugar 100 gr Cooking oil 2 tbsp
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Choosing Fresh Young Bilimbi
- Choose bilimbi with naturally bright green skin, free from scratches or hard spots. They should feel firm and not too soft when pressed.
- The stem should be intact, attached to the fruit, possibly with a layer of resin indicating recent harvest.
- Avoid yellow bilimbi, as they are ripe and will not be as crisp when marinated.
How to Make Lemongrass-Kaffir Lime and Young Bilimbi Chicken Feet
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1. Boil the Chicken Feet
Rinse 500g of chicken feet, trim the nails, and cut them in half. Boil the chicken feet with a little ginger and lemongrass for fragrance. Boil for 10 minutes until cooked, then transfer to iced water to maintain crispiness. Remove and drain.
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2. Make the Bilimbi Sauce
Heat a pan, add 2 tablespoons of cooking oil, then add 20g of minced lemongrass and 20g of minced shallots and sauté until fragrant. Add 50ml of fish sauce, 50ml of kaffir lime juice, 100g of brown sugar, and 100g of shrimp paste. Stir well until boiling, then remove from heat.
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3. Finish
Add the chicken feet to a large bowl. Add 50g of dried shrimp, 20g of sliced chilies, 50g of kaffir limes (halved), 100g of young bilimbi (halved), and thinly sliced lemongrass. Pour the sauce over the chicken feet, mix well to coat evenly, until the chicken feet are a beautiful red-orange color.
Let it sit for about 30 minutes for the chicken feet to absorb the flavors before serving.
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4. Finished Product
The crispy chicken feet are complemented by the sourness of the young bilimbi and kaffir lime, the savory taste of shrimp paste, and the spicy kick of the chilies—a truly irresistible dish. The chicken feet retain their delicious chewy and crispy texture.
How to Choose Fresh Chicken Feet
- Choose chicken feet that are naturally pinkish-white, without any green, red, or yellow spots, and are not slimy to the touch.
- Chicken feet should not be overly soft or bloated, with separated toes. This could indicate water-injected chicken feet.
- Buy chicken feet from reputable sources with clear origins, such as clean food stores, to ensure food safety.
How to Boil Crispy and Delicious Chicken Feet
- When boiling, use high heat until boiling, then reduce heat to a simmer. Simmer for about 5-6 minutes.
- To keep the chicken feet crispy and golden brown and prevent discoloration, immediately transfer them to iced water once cooked.
How to Store Lemongrass-Kaffir Lime Chicken Feet
- After preparation, marinate the chicken feet for 1-2 days to enhance flavor and improve taste compared to eating them immediately after preparation.
- When serving, take out only the required portion, then tightly seal the container and refrigerate. It can be stored for 7-15 days.
This article provides instructions for 3 crispy and flavorful chicken feet recipes that are easy to make at home. Enjoy this delicious snack with your family and friends!
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