CRISPY CHICKEN FINGERS WITH SWEET AND SOUR BLOOD ORANGE SAUCE, BLOOD ORANGE WATERCRESS SALAD
Steps:
- Blood Orange Granita, for serving, recipe follows
- For the blood orange rub: Place chicken pieces in a large dish and add the garlic powder, pepper, ground fennel, olive oil and blood orange zest. Coat the chicken with the rub and place in the fridge for 30 minutes.
- For the crispy chicken fingers: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Fill a large pot one-third full with the vegetable oil and heat to 350 degrees F. Line a baking tray with a cooling rack.
- Place the flour, whisked eggs and panko into individual dishes. Sprinkle the chicken with salt and pepper. Dredge the chicken in the flour, followed by the eggs and then the panko breadcrumbs. Place the breaded chicken on the prepared baking tray. In batches, place the chicken strips in the oil and fry until crispy and golden. Place on a baking tray and keep warm in the oven. Repeat the process with the remaining chicken.
- For the sweet and sour blood orange sauce: Heat the olive oil in a saute pan over medium heat. Add the red onions and sweat until tender and translucent. Mix the honey, red wine vinegar and 1/2 cup water in a bowl. Add to the saute pan and stir. Add the blood orange zest, blood orange pieces and cinnamon stick. Season with salt and pepper, stir and cook until the mixture has reduced by half.
- Strain the mixture through a sieve into a new pot over medium heat. Bring to a simmer and then remove from the heat. Continue to cook for 3 to 5 minutes. Place the pot back over medium heat, add the cornstarch mixture and bring to a simmer to cook the cornstarch out, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the basil.
- For the blood orange watercress salad: Segment the blood oranges over a sieve and bowl to ensure all the juices are reserved; set the segments aside. Place the olive oil, red wine vinegar and shallots in the blood orange juice. Season with salt and pepper and stir. Place the watercress and iceberg lettuce on a serving plate. Spoon the blood orange dressing over the greens. Garnish with the blood orange segments and crushed rice crackers.
- Serve the salad alongside the crispy chicken fingers with the sweet and sour blood orange dipping sauce.
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Andjela Jevtic
[email protected]Overall, I had a great experience making and eating this dish. The chicken fingers, blood orange sauce, and watercress salad were all delicious and visually appealing. The recipe was easy to follow and the ingredients were affordable and easy to find
mizziki timo
[email protected]This recipe is very versatile. You can easily adjust the ingredients to suit your own taste. For example, you could use a different type of citrus fruit for the sauce, or you could add some chopped nuts or seeds to the watercress salad.
Usman Gani
[email protected]The chicken fingers, blood orange sauce, and watercress salad are all very visually appealing. The chicken fingers are golden brown and crispy, the blood orange sauce is a beautiful orange color, and the watercress salad is a vibrant green. This dish
ak george williamz
[email protected]The recipe is very easy to follow, even for beginner cooks. The instructions are clear and concise, and the ingredient list is not too long. The chicken fingers, blood orange sauce, and watercress salad all come together quickly and easily.
Nakamanya Hellen
[email protected]This recipe is perfect for special occasions. The chicken fingers are elegant and flavorful, and the blood orange sauce is a sophisticated twist on the classic sweet and sour sauce. The watercress salad is also a nice way to add some freshness and el
Suchi Bat
[email protected]I made this recipe for a party, and it was a huge hit! The chicken fingers were crispy and flavorful, and the blood orange sauce was a delicious twist on the classic sweet and sour sauce. The watercress salad was also a refreshing addition.
Hlengiwe Mtetwa
[email protected]My kids loved these chicken fingers! They were crispy and flavorful, and they loved the sweet and sour blood orange sauce. The watercress salad was also a hit, and they especially liked the tangy dressing.
Cedric Nzai
[email protected]This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights. The chicken fingers and blood orange sauce can be made ahead of time, so you can just heat them up when you're ready to eat. The watercress salad is also very quick to make.
Andre Pilgrim
[email protected]This recipe is very budget-friendly. The ingredients are all affordable and easy to find. The chicken fingers are a great way to stretch your budget, and the blood orange sauce and watercress salad are inexpensive ways to add flavor and freshness to
Christopher Henry
[email protected]I love spicy food, so I added a pinch of cayenne pepper to the blood orange sauce. It gave the sauce a nice kick without being overpowering. The chicken fingers were crispy and flavorful, and the watercress salad was a nice way to cool down the heat
Ayan1995 Khanayan
[email protected]I made this recipe with a few modifications to make it healthier. I used whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour, and I baked the chicken fingers instead of frying them. The chicken fingers were still crispy and delicious, and the blood orange
Johnnie M Kelley
[email protected]This recipe is a great option for busy weeknights. It's easy to follow and the chicken fingers and blood orange sauce come together quickly. The watercress salad is a nice way to add some freshness to the meal.
Rajesh Raut
[email protected]These chicken fingers were a hit with my family! They were crispy and flavorful, and the blood orange sauce was a delicious twist on the classic sweet and sour sauce. The watercress salad was also a refreshing addition.
Shahalom sarker
[email protected]This was my first time making chicken fingers, and I'm so glad I tried this recipe. The chicken was crispy and cooked perfectly, and the blood orange sauce was amazing! I loved the combination of sweet and sour flavors. The watercress salad was also
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[email protected]Absolutely delicious! The chicken was crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, and the blood orange sauce was sweet and tangy, with a hint of spice. The watercress salad was a refreshing addition. Overall, an excellent dish that I would highly
Khaan Khan
[email protected]This is a crispy, flavorful, and sweet dish that is sure to please the whole family. The blood orange sauce is the perfect complement to the chicken fingers, and we loved the extra zing of the watercress salad. We will definitely be making this again