This delectable snack has our taste buds excited to no end. First, there is the rich and savory outer sauce, which is thick and salty, enveloping the chicken feet’s original taste. It makes you unable to resist taking one bite after another. Next is the chicken feet themselves—tender and juicy, each bite releasing the fragrance of chicken meat and the flavor of the sauce.
Ingredients for Sauce Chicken Feet
| Chicken feet | 200g |
| Ginger | 11g |
| Garlic | 5g |
| Green pepper | 9g |
| Red pepper | 9g |
| Fermented blank bean | 8g |
| Chopped pepper | 20g |
| Light soy sauce | 5g |
| Cooking wine | 5g |
| Essence of chicken | 1g |
| Pepper powder | 1g |
| Sugar | 3g |
| Chopped green onion | 6g |
Steps:
1.First, let’s prepare the ingredients. Clean 200 grams of chicken feet, remove any residual hair and nails, and cut them in half. Place them in a bowl and set aside.
2.Prepare a piece of ginger and finely chop it into ginger paste. Take a few cloves of garlic, crush them with force, and then chop them into garlic paste. Cut half a green pepper and half a red pepper, remove the seeds, and cut them into small pieces. Set aside a small handful of fermented black beans.
3.Bring water to a boil in a pot. Add the chicken feet and 5 grams of ginger slices to remove any unpleasant odor. Once the water boils, skim off any impurities that float to the surface. After blanching the chicken feet for 1 minute, remove them from the water and rinse them with clean water. Set aside.
4.Next, let’s prepare the sauce. Heat oil in a pan. Once hot, add the prepared ingredients and stir-fry until fragrant. Add 20 grams of chopped chili peppers and stir-fry evenly. Add 5 grams of light soy sauce and 5 grams of cooking wine to remove any fishy smell and enhance the flavor. After stirring well, pour in a little water to start seasoning. Add 1 gram of chicken powder, 1 gram of white pepper powder, and a little sugar for flavor enhancement. The saltiness from the chopped chili peppers and light soy sauce is already enough, so there’s no need to add more salt. Quickly stir-fry until the seasoning is well combined, then remove from heat.
5.Use a spoon or brush to evenly coat the chicken feet with the sauce from the bowl, making sure each chicken foot is fully coated. Gently turn the chicken feet while applying the sauce to ensure that every part of the chicken feet is evenly coated. Now we can start steaming the chicken feet.
6.Add an appropriate amount of water to a pot and place a rack inside. Cover the pot with a lid. Once the water boils on high heat, reduce the heat to medium and continue to steam for 10-15 minutes, depending on the size and quantity of the chicken feet. Avoid overcooking the chicken feet as it may result in them becoming too soft or losing their texture. After 10 minutes, the chicken feet should be fully cooked, tender, and well seasoned.
7.Remove the chicken feet from the pot. You can sprinkle some chopped green onions as a garnish to make the chicken feet more appealing. They are now ready to be served.
Tips
1.The selection of chicken feet is crucial. Choose fresh, intact, and undamaged chicken feet. Opt for chicken feet with no unusual odors or stains on the surface.
2.Prior to handling the chicken feet, blanch them in boiling water. This process helps eliminate impurities and reduces excess fat, resulting in a lighter and more refreshing final dish.
3.When braising the chicken feet, it’s important to manage the cooking time appropriately. Overcooking can lead to mushy chicken feet, while insufficient cooking can result in toughness. It is advisable to use medium-low heat and simmer slowly until the chicken feet become tender and well-flavored.
Sauce Chicken Feet is more than just a delicious delicacy; it symbolizes family and friendship. Its preparation demands patience and attention to detail, as well as the joy of sharing and laughter with loved ones. From ingredient preparation to the braising process, each step presents an opportunity for togetherness and interaction, allowing us to experience warmth and happiness.