Virginia Peanutty Chicken Bites

 
Virginia Peanutty Chicken Bites

Serving Size: 8-10

Ingredients:
1 1/2 cups finely chopped roasted shelled Virginia type peanuts
1/4 cup cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon powdered ginger
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 egg whites, lightly beaten
2 whole boneless and skinless chicken breasts
Oil for frying

    Directions:

    1. Put chopped peanuts in a 9-inch pie plate.
    2. In a small bowl, combine cornstarch, sugar, and ginger. Blend in lemon juice and egg whites.
    3. Cut chicken into thin slices. Dip slices in egg mixture, then roll in peanuts to coat.
    4. Heat oil in deep fryer. Cook 3 or 4 chicken pieces at a time until desired browness is reached (about 2 minutes), turning once. Remove from oil, and drain on absorbent paper. Repeat until all pieces are cooked. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
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