{Ramadan Special} – Dates Chicken Balls by Nisreen of Monsters call me Mama
Dates and chicken….never thought of adding dates to a savory recipe….This interesting recipe by Nisreen of Monsters call me Mama is perfect iftar party appetizer….even the kids love relishing these….do try this out today….
I’ve always loved the idea of parfaits, finger foods, canapes… It’s like a very creative way of presenting food in a bite-size portion, fancy yet simple, suits friends and formal gatherings….
In Ramadan, it’s sunnah to break your fast with dates. They are loaded with fibers, minerals, vitamins & antioxidants… perfect for the body and soul:) My recipe today is combines all that and more in one little bite… it’s delicious, flavorful and the best part is that you can prepare it ahead of time, and just fry it whenever needed… I hope you enjoy it;)
Dates Chicken Balls
INGREDIENTS:
- 500 g boneless chicken breasts, minced
- 1/2 tsp cardamom, ground
- 1/2 tsp all spice
- 1/2 tsp lemon zest
- Salt & pepper
- 300 g dates paste
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tbsp all spice
- 1/4 cup pistachios, toasted & crushed
- 1 egg, whisked
- Bread crumbs
- Vegetable oil for frying
PREPARATION:
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, cardamom & spices, mix well and refrigerate for an hour to be easier in shaping.
- Mix dates, butter, spices & pistachios. Shape it into a hazelnut size ball.
- Take a tbsp and a half of the seasoned chicken, flatten it on your hand, place the date ball in the middle and wrap it well with the chicken.
- Dip chicken balls in the whisked egg, then into the bread crumbs, and press on it to stick well.
- Refrigerate chicken for two hours at least.
- Deep fry chicken balls 15 minutes prior Maghrib prayers… sahtain:)
Thank you Nisreen for being part of this ‘Global Ramadan Event – Joy From Fasting To Feasting-VIII’.You can find Nisreen @ Blog|Facebook.
NOTE: You can find updated list of entries @ Joy From Fasting To Feasting – VIII.
Rafeeda AR says
These sound so interesting… I love the name of her blog, so funny! =D
monsters call me mama says
Thank you Rafeeda:) looking forward for you to try them;) as for the name… I think it summerizes our lives;)