Chicken lollipop is a popular appetizer or snack made from chicken wings. The meat is shaped into a lollipop-like shape, with the meat pushed down to the bottom of the bone for easy holding. It is typically marinated with spices and seasonings, then deep-fried to perfection. Chicken lollipops are often served with a dipping sauce and garnished with herbs and spices.
Cooking time: 20 minutes
Preparation time: 30 minutes
Ready time: 50 minutes
Serves: 4
Ingredients:
- 8 chicken wings
- 2 tablespoons ginger-garlic paste
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon red chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon tomato ketchup
- 1 tablespoon vinegar
- 1 teaspoon black pepper powder
- 1 teaspoon garam masala powder
- 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- Oil for deep frying
- Fresh coriander leaves for garnish
Instructions:
- Clean and wash the chicken wings. Pat them dry with a paper towel.
- Hold a chicken wing firmly and cut around the base of the bone, scraping the meat down to the bottom. Push the meat downward to create the lollipop shape. Repeat with the remaining wings.
- In a bowl, mix ginger-garlic paste, soy sauce, red chili sauce, tomato ketchup, vinegar, black pepper powder, garam masala powder, and salt to form a marinade.
- Add the chicken lollipops to the marinade and mix well, ensuring each lollipop is coated evenly. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat oil in a deep pan or kadai for deep frying. The oil should be hot but not smoking.
- Carefully drop the marinated chicken lollipops into the hot oil, one by one. Fry them in batches to avoid overcrowding.
- Fry the chicken lollipops until they turn golden brown and crispy. This usually takes about 8-10 minutes.
- Once cooked, remove them from the oil and drain on a paper towel to remove excess oil.
- Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with a dipping sauce of your choice.
Chicken lollipops are a delightful and flavorful appetizer that is loved by both kids and adults. They are perfect for parties, gatherings, or as a starter for any meal. Enjoy these crispy and delicious chicken lollipops with your favorite sauce and savor the delightful flavors.
