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Fried Chicken Feet

The Best Fried Chicken Feet

I’ve got a lot to say about this Fried Chicken Feet recipe. First off, if you can get over the creepiness, these really aren’t that bad. In fact my wife even used the word delicious. And, as far as Chicken Feet Recipes go, this probably really is the best of the best.

The secret lies in how the feet are prepared. Though they are fried, to give it that crispy outside texture, they are actually boiled first to make the inside tender. I borrowed the sauce from my Wasabi Chicken Wings recipe, which I’ve included below, but in all honesty, if you like spice, I highly recommend using the sauce from my Firecracker Shrimp recipe instead. I’ve included a link for that below as well.

The second thing I would say about Fried Chicken Feet is that there really isn’t a lot of meat, unfortunately. I think someone would really be ordering or serving these up for the “Awe” effect, because these really are impressive to look at and they make a great conversational piece!

CLICK HERE for Wasabi Chicken Wings
CLICK HERE for Firecracker Shrimp

Fried Chicken Feet Ingredients:

1 oz Tempura Dipping Sauce
1 oz Rice Wine Vinegar
1 tbsp Honey
1/3 cup Mayonnaise
1 tsp Sesame Oil
1 tbsp Wasabi
1 Green Onion, chopped scallions
1 tsp Bonito Flakes (dehydrated skip jack tuna)

Boil for 1 1/2 hours then fry 375° Fahrenheit for 8 to 12 minutes. Be sure to watch the short video tutorial and I’ll show you exactly how to make Fried Chicken Feet.

Bruschetta with Roasted Peppers and Ricotta Cheese

The Best Bruschetta with Roasted Peppers

This Roasted Pepper and Ricotta Cheese Bruschetta is SHOCKINGLY DELICIOUS! There’s a smokey sweetness to every bite that just melts in your mouth with the nice crispy crunch of a toasted French Baguette. If that doesn’t convince you to try this recipe, then check out my Tomato and Basil Bruschetta recipe or my Broccoli and Cheese Dip listed below.

CLICK HERE for Tomato & Basil Bruschetta
CLICK HERE for Broccoli & Cheese Dip

Bruschetta Ingredients:

1 lbs Sweet Peppers, small lunchbox
1 Baguette, sliced and toasted
1 cup Ricotta Cheese
1/4 cup Scallions

Marinade
1/4 cup Olive Oil
2 Garlic Cloves, chopped
1/2 tsp Basalmic Vinegar
1/2 tsp liquid smoke
1/4 tsp salt

Be sure to watch the short video tutorial and I’ll show exactly how to make this amazing Bruschetta recipe with Roasted Peppers and Ricotta Cheese.

Boudin Balls – Fried Rice Pudding Blood Sausage

Classic Boudin Balls Recipe

This Boudin Balls recipe is a classic recipe that has been spun into a fun appetizer that is starting to make a heavy appearance on menus in the South. Whether you pronounce it Boudin or Boudain, this Cajun recipe has got Balls. I’m talking heat, flavor, crunch and it just so happens that they are rolled up all sphere like. Hence the recipe name, Boudin Balls. But make no mistake. This Boudain Balls recipe is perfect for stuffing links if that’s what you prefer. I’m telling you that this Boudin recipe is hands down as good as it gets and I’m betting that it’s even better than you’re moms recipe too!

If you don’t know what Boudin Balls are or even what Boudin is, let’s talk about it for a minute. Most Americans think it originated in the South but the truth is there are all forms of Boudin throughout Europe. Some people call it rice pudding or blood sausage. Both are fairly accurate descriptions but for the most part, it’s generally a very potent rice pudding blood sausage with a concentrated spicy taste. It’s normally twisted up in stuffed hog casings that can be smoked, grilled, baked or even pan fried. And now, with this Boudin Balls recipe, it can be deep fried.

If you’re interested in learning how to stuff Boudin or more Cajun and Southern recipes, Check out the links below.

CLICK HERE for Boudin
CLICK HERE for Crawfish Etouffee
CLICK HERE for Jambalaya

Boudin Balls Ingredients:

4 cups white rice, cooked
1 lbs Ground Andouille Sausage
1/2 lbs Chicken liver
1 Celery stalk, chopped
1/2 Red Onion, chopped
3 Garlic Cloves, chopped
1 Jalapenos, chopped
1 Bell Pepper, chopped
1/2 cup Fresh Parsley, chopped
1/2 cup Scallions

2 Cups Chicken Broth
1 Cup Clam Juice
2 tbs Butter
1 tbs kosher salt (or to taste)
2 tbs freshly ground black pepper
1 tbs Worcestershire
1 tsp cayenne pepper
1/2 tsp chili powder
1/4 cup Red Wine

1 cup Seasoned Flour, Salt/Pepper/Paprika to taste
3 eggs, beaten
1 cup Panko/Seasoned Bread Crumbs/Corn Meal (equal parts)
Oil for frying

Be sure to watch the short video to tutorial and fry your Boudin Balls for 2 to 3 minutes at 375° Fahrenheit or until golden brown.