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Chicken Feet Recipe: A Flavorful and Unique Delicacy

  • Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 2-4 servings 1x

Description

Learn how to make tender, flavorful chicken feet with this easy braised chicken feet recipe. Packed with collagen and infused with rich seasonings, this dish is a delicacy in many cultures. Perfect for dim sum, appetizers, or a main dish!

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb chicken feet, cleaned and nails trimmed
  • 4 cups water (for boiling)
  • 1 tbsp salt
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1-inch piece of ginger, sliced
  • 2-star anise
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 1 tbsp rice wine or Shaoxing wine
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 scallion, chopped (for garnish)
  • 1 red chili, sliced (optional, for spice)

Instructions

  1. Clean and Prepare the Chicken Feet
    • Wash the chicken feet thoroughly under running water.
    • Trim off the nails using kitchen scissors or a sharp knife.
    • Rub with salt to remove impurities, then rinse again.
  2. Blanch the Chicken Feet
    • Bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
    • Add chicken feet and boil for 5 minutes to remove excess fats and impurities.
    • Drain and rinse under cold water.
  3. Fry or Braise (Optional for Extra Flavor)
    • Heat vegetable oil in a pan and fry chicken feet until golden brown.
    • Remove and drain excess oil (this enhances texture but is optional).
  4. Simmer in a Flavorful Sauce
    • Heat sesame oil in a pot, sauté garlic, ginger, star anise, and cinnamon stick until fragrant.
    • Add soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sugar, and rice wine; stir to combine.
    • Add 2 cups of water, bring to a simmer, then add chicken feet.
    • Cover and simmer on low heat for 1.5 to 2 hours until tender.
    • If the sauce is too thin, mix cornstarch with 2 tbsp water and stir in to thicken.
  5. Serve and Garnish
    • Transfer chicken feet to a plate.
    • Garnish with chopped scallions and sliced red chili.
    • Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

  • Dim Sum-Style Chicken Feet – Steam after braising for extra tenderness.
  • Spicy Chicken Feet – Add more chilies or Sichuan peppercorns.
  • Sweet and Sour Chicken Feet – Add vinegar and honey for a tangy twist.
  • Filipino Adobong Adidas – Cook with soy sauce, vinegar, bay leaves, and black peppercorns.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 hours
  • Category: Appetizer, Main Course
  • Method: Braising
  • Cuisine: asian

Keywords: chicken feet recipe, braised chicken feet, dim sum chicken feet, Asian delicacy, collagen-rich food

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