Burmese Style Chicken Fritters (Arook Thayin)
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Posted by:jrt
Indian Jews settled in Burma in the mid 19th century before eventually returning to India. This dish came with the Burmese Jews back to India. Prep time includes refrigeration.
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Ingredients
4 Scallions, very finely chopped
1/2 fresh green chilies, seeded and very finely chopped (up to 2)
1/4 cups chopped coriander leaves
3 chicken-breast fillets (about 12 oz)
3 tablespoons flour
4 eggs
Juice of 1-1/2 inch piece of fresh ginger crushed in a garlic press, or the grated piece
Salt
Light vegetable oil for deep-frying
Pinch of turmeric (optional)
Directions
- Chop the scallions, chilies and coriander in the food processor. Add the chicken, flour, eggs, ginger,turmeric (if using) and salt, and process until the chicken is finely chopped and all the ingredients are well blended. Chill, covered, for 1-2 hours.
- Deep-fry chicken mixture by the heaping tablespoon (dip the spoon in oil so that the mixture does not stick) in 1 inch of medium-hot oil, turning over once, until browned all over.
- Drain on paper towels. Serve hot or cold.
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