Finger food is the best, isn't it? Eating chicken when it's already cut into strips is much more satisfying than having to cut a large cutlet with a fork and knife. These fried chicken strips can be sided with a salad or potatoes, or dipped in a sauce of your liking. The kids will enjoy it too!
Prep Time
1 hour and 30 minutes
Ingredients for chicken fingers:
Ingredients for optional Chinese 5 spice mix:
Method of preparing the chicken fingers:
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In a large bowl, whisk the egg whites, sesame oil, corn starch, salt, pepper, oregano and red pepper flakes.
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Toss the chicken strips in the mixture. Let marinate in the fridge for an hour.
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Heat the oil in a deep pan until it shimmers. Cook the chicken strips. Let each batch drain on a rack or paper towel.
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Serve and drizzle with lime.
Method of preparing the optional Chinese 5 spice mix:
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Mix all ingredients together and keep in a sealed container.
Chef's Tip:
The Chinese 5 spice mix can sometimes be found pre-maid in stores. It is very aromatic and offers a deep, warm spiciness.