Friday, June 16, 2006

Spicy low-fat chicken patty


I make this when I'm feeling like being really virtuous. It's very healthy and full of flavor. It requires a lot of ingredients but most are pantry items. I have no idea where this recipe came from any more.

Spicy low-fat chicken patty

1 1/4 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast, trimmed of fat and finely chopped by hand
1/2 bunch scallions, finely chopped
1/2 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro leaves (or Italian parsley if you don't like cilantro)
1 1/2 tablespoons finely chopped, peeled, fresh ginger
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 teaspoon grainy mustard
1/2 to 1 teaspoon Vietnamese chili paste
3 large eggs whites or 2 large eggs
1 1/4 cups quick-cooking oats coarsely ground in a blender or food processor
1 tsp kosher salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
Juice of 1 lemon or lime

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Place all ingredients except lemon juice in a medium size mixing bowl and mix well. Shape into six patties.

Place a large ovenproof nonstick skillet over medium heat and when it is hot, add the patties. Cook until deeply browned, about 4 minutes on each side.

Transfer skillet to the oven and bake for 8 minutes, or until the patties are thoroughly cooked.

Drizzle with the lemon juice and serve immediately.

4 comments:

Anonymous said... 1

Wow - what a great recipe! I wish someone would identify healthy recipes for children - mine will only eat french fries and chicken mcnuggets!

Sabra said... 2

That's a really interesting idea. Unfortunately, I have no experience in that category but I know that's a big issue. Not sure if your children like (and can eat) nuts -- I have a delicious breakfast post they might like coming out later this weekend. Please check back and thanks for your comment.

Anonymous said... 3

This was great. They were easy to make and full of flavor. Additionally, I felt clean and perky after this meal.

Anonymous said... 4

I made these last night and they were great. I swapped in panko bread crumbs for the oats (didn't have any) and grilled them instead of pan/oven cooking them. Very tasty, great flavor... a chutney or fresh salsa might be a great accompaniment, too. I will make these again! Thanks.

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