Steamed chicken feet, or chân gà hấp hành, is a surprisingly delicious and popular Vietnamese street food snack. Don't let the unusual ingredient fool you; this dish offers a unique textural experience – tender, gelatinous chicken feet infused with the savory aroma of fragrant onions. The subtle sweetness of the chicken perfectly complements the pungent bite of the onions, creating a flavor profile that is both comforting and addictive. This seemingly simple dish is packed with collagen, making it a nutritious and surprisingly satisfying treat.
The preparation is surprisingly straightforward, requiring only a few readily available ingredients. This recipe will guide you through each step, from properly cleaning the chicken feet to achieving the perfect balance of flavors. Let's get started with a step-by-step guide to making your own delicious bowl of Steamed Chicken Feet with Onions.
Tools Needed
- Small pot
- Steamer
- Pan
- Colander
- Knife
- Blender (optional)
Ingredients
- Chicken feet: 1 kg
- Onion: 100 grams
- Garlic: 2 bulbs
- Ginger: 10 grams
- Lemongrass: 2 stalks
- Salt
- Wine
- Turmeric powder: 1/2 tablespoon
- Cooking oil: 50 ml
- Seasoning: 1 tablespoon
- Sugar: 1/2 tablespoon
- Pepper: 1/2 tablespoon
- Chili peppers/Bell peppers
- Taro fruits: 7
- Water: 1 liter
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1. Prepare the Chicken Feet
- Wash chicken feet thoroughly with salt and wine to remove fishy smell. Drain completely.
- Cut chicken feet in half.
- Slice ginger and crush lemongrass.
- Boil chicken feet for 3 minutes with ginger, lemongrass, salt, and turmeric powder in a pot. This helps remove fishy smell and gives a yellow color.
Step 2. Sauté Aromatics and Marinate
- Finely chop onions and garlic.
- Fry chopped onions and garlic in cooking oil until fragrant. Drain excess oil.
- Mix boiled chicken feet with fried onions, garlic, seasoning, sugar, and pepper.
Step 3. Steam the Chicken Feet
- Steam the marinated chicken feet for 15 minutes.
- Add onions to the chicken feet during the last minute of steaming.
Step 4. Make the Dipping Sauce
- Blend taro fruits, sugar, salt, pepper, and chili peppers/bell peppers until smooth.
Read more: Vietnamese Chicken Stew (Ca Ri Ga): A Flavorful Comfort Dish
Tips
- Use fresh chicken feet for the best flavor.
- Boiling the chicken feet helps to remove the fishy smell and gives a beautiful yellow color.
- Using taro in the dipping sauce makes it less sour and more fragrant.
Nutrition
- N/A
FAQs
1. Where can I buy chicken feet?
Chicken feet are usually found in Asian grocery stores, some larger supermarkets with international sections, or online retailers specializing in Asian ingredients.
2. Can I use other vegetables instead of onions?
Yes! Other aromatics like ginger, garlic, or scallions would work well. Experiment to find your favorite flavor combination.
Enjoy your perfectly steamed chicken feet with onions! This simple yet flavorful dish is a fantastic introduction to Vietnamese cuisine, or a delightful addition to your repertoire of tasty snacks. We hope you savor every delicious bite!