Paper-wrapped chicken like in a pu pu platter. It is called ‘Paper Wrapped’ although it is actually wrapped in aluminum foil. This is one of the best appetizers I have ever had at an Asian restaurant and this is my attempt to duplicate it. It goes very well on the pu pu platter.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 green onion, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon white wine
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon white sugar
- 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
- 1 teaspoon chopped garlic
- ¼ teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
- salt and ground black pepper to taste
- 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 cup peanut oil for frying, or as needed
- 18 6×6-inch squares of aluminum foil, or as needed
Directions
Step 1
Mix soy sauce, green onion, hoisin sauce, vegetable oil, white wine, cornstarch, sugar, ginger, garlic, five-spice powder, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl. Stir chicken cubes into the sauce to coat; marinate in refrigerator for 2 hours.
Step 2
Place 1 to 2 chicken cubes onto a square of aluminum foil and fold the foil diagonally to make a triangle. Fold the edges over tightly several times, about 1/4 inch per fold, squeezing as much air as possible out of the packet. Repeat with remaining ingredients and foil.
Step 3
Pour 1 cup peanut oil, or as needed, into a heavy skillet (such as a cast-iron pan) to a depth of 1/2 inch; heat over medium heat until oil is shimmering.
Step 4
Gently lay the chicken packets, working in batches if necessary, into the hot oil and cook until chicken is no longer pink and the juices run clear (open a test packet to be sure), about 5 minutes per side. Drain packets on paper towels. Serve chicken in foil wrappers and let diners unwrap their own.
Cook?s Note
For cooking, I used a cast iron skillet on a gas barbecue grill with the temperature set to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). You could use a deep fryer as well.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 6 | |
Calories 150 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat8g | 10% |
Saturated Fat1g | 7% |
Cholesterol39mg | 13% |
Sodium376mg | 16% |
Total Carbohydrate4g | 1% |
Dietary Fiber0g | 1% |
Total Sugars2g | |
Protein15g | |
Vitamin C1mg | 3% |
Calcium12mg | 1% |
Iron1mg | 4% |
Potassium122mg | 3% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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