Deep-Fried Walnut Chicken
Crunchy deep-fried chicken coated with chopped walnuts, served with gingered plum sauce, perfect as an appetizer or party snack with rich flavors and satisfying texture.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Cut chicken into bite-size pieces and sprinkle with sherry, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
- Beat egg whites at high speed until foamy.
- Gradually add cornstarch to egg whites, beating until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold in the chicken pieces.
- Roll each chicken piece in finely chopped walnuts.
- Fry the coated chicken in 2 inches of hot oil (350°F) until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels.
- Serve the chicken with gingered plum sauce.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
523
kcal
26% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).