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I found this Almond Fried Chicken recipe and I hope you enjoy:
ALMOND FRIED CHICKEN
FOR THE CHICKEN: 2 boneless/ skinless chicken breasts 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon dry sherry FOR THE SAUCE: 4 tablespoons cornstarch 3 tablespoons water 3 cups chicken broth 3 tablespoons chicken fat (or butter) 2 teaspoons soy sauce 3 tablespoons chicken bouillon granules FOR THE BATTER: 3 tablespoons cornstarch 3 tablespoons flour (Wondra flour works great) 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1 egg beaten 1 tablespoon water FINISHING INGREDIENTS: 1 cup shredded lettuce 1/3 cup toasted almonds 1 green onion, finely chopped (green and white parts) fried rice egg roll
TO MARINATE THE CHICKEN: Sprinkle chicken with 1/2 teaspoon salt and sherry and marinate 15 minutes.
TO MAKE THE SAUCE: Mix 4 tablespoons cornstarch and 3 tablespoons water in sauce pan until smooth. Gradually mix in chicken broth, Chicken fat (or butter), soy sauce, and bouillon granules. Bring to a boil stirring constantly. Let boil for about 1 minute; reduce heat and keep warm
TO PREPARE THE CHICKEN: Heat oil to 375 degrees F.
Beat together 3 tablespoons cornstarch, flour, baking powder, egg and 1 tablespoon water until smooth. Coat chicken with batter and cook 5-7 minutes in hot oil until golden brown. Drain chicken on paper towels.
TO SERVE: Cut cooked chicken into strips, put on a bed of shredded lettuce. Sprinkle with almonds and green onion, spoon on sauce and serve with fried rice and egg roll.
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