CHINESE CHICKEN TOASTS1 1/2 lb skinless, boneless chicken breasts 1 cup coarsely chopped scallion (green onions) 2 eggs, well beaten 1/4 cup cornstarch 1 tsp oriental sesame oil 1/2 tsp salt 1 (8 oz) can water chestnuts, drained and chopped 16 slices firm white bread, crusts removed vegetable oil for frying Cut chicken into chunks and put in a food processor. Add scallion, eggs, cornstarch, sesame oil, and salt; puree to a paste. Transfer to a bowl and stir in water chestnuts. Spread chicken paste over bread slices, cover, and refrigerate until ready to cook. TO COOK:In a large frying pan, heat 3/4 inch of oil over medium heat. Add bread, chicken side down, and fry until golden brown, 1 to 2 minutes. Drain on paper towels. Cut into triangles and serve hot. Makes 64 Source: 365 Ways to Cook Chicken by Cheryl Sedeker
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