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Fried Chicken Bread

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This unique "Fried Chicken Bread" is actually a delightful fusion appetizer featuring tender chicken breast strips stuffed with sweet plum and wrapped in aromatic shiso leaves and crispy nori sheets. The combination of savory, salty, and sweet flavors creates a complex taste profile, while the deep-fried exterior provides a satisfying crunch. It is an excellent choice for parties, appetizer spreads, or a fun twist on traditional fried chicken. The use of shiso adds a refreshing citrusy note that cuts through the richness of the fried dough. Serve warm for the best texture and flavor experience.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Calories: 1809.5
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
This unique "Fried Chicken Bread" is actually a delightful fusion appetizer featuring tender chicken breast strips stuffed with sweet plum and wrapped in aromatic shiso leaves and crispy nori sheets. The combination of savory, salty, and sweet flavors creates a complex taste profile, while the deep-fried exterior provides a satisfying crunch. It is an excellent choice for parties, appetizer spreads, or a fun twist on traditional fried chicken. The use of shiso adds a refreshing citrusy note that cuts through the richness of the fried dough. Serve warm for the best texture and flavor experience.
Ingredients
  • 8 Shiso leaves
  • 2 Teaspoons cornstarch
  • 1 Chicken breast
  • 2 Plums
  • 3 Sheets of nori
  • 4 Cups vegetable oil for frying
  • 5 Wedges of lime or lemon for garnish
Directions
  1. 1
    Cut the chicken breast into 16 finger-sized strips.
  2. 2
    Remove the stone from each plum and use a spoon to break it into eight small pieces.
  3. 3
    Make a small slit in the middle of each chicken strip, taking care not to cut all the way through the flesh.
  4. 4
    Stuff a piece of plum into the pocket cut in each chicken strip.
  5. 5
    Sprinkle the chicken with salt.
  6. 6
    Wrap a shiso leaf around a piece of the chicken, sealing the ends with a little cornstarch paste.
  7. 7
    Cut the nori sheet into eight long strips.
  8. 8
    Roll a nori strip around a piece of the chicken-shiso roll, sealing the ends with a little cornstarch paste.
  9. 9
    Lightly dust the chicken rolls with cornstarch, shaking off excess.
  10. 10
    Heat the oil in a wok over medium heat.
  11. 11
    When the oil is very hot, reduce the heat to medium and deep-fry the rolls, a few at a time, for 4 to 5 minutes or until light golden brown.
  12. 12
    Remove from oil and drain on paper towels. Serve hot, garnished with wedges of lime or lemon.

Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1809.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 58.6g91%
Saturated Fat 14.7g74%
Cholesterol 141.8mg48%
Sodium 1425.8mg60%
Total Carbohydrate 276.6g93%
Dietary Fiber 74.2g297%
Sugars 8.5g
Protein 87.6g176%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

To make the cornstarch paste, mix 2 teaspoons of cornstarch with a little hot water until it forms a smooth paste. Use this to seal the shiso leaves and nori strips around the chicken.

Ensure the oil is heated to the correct temperature before frying to achieve a crispy exterior without absorbing too much oil.

Shiso leaves add a unique minty-citrus flavor; if unavailable, you can substitute with large mint leaves or basil, though the flavor profile will differ.

Serve immediately while hot and crispy for the best texture.

Keywords: chicken, shiso, nori, plum, fried, rolls, appetizer, fusion, crispy, savory, street food, snack, deep fried, cornstarch, asian, party food, herb, wrap, delicious, quick
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