jmcquown wrote:
>
> I'm reposting this recipe in case my reply to you got lost in the thread
> about "Southern" cuisine. Mom got this recipe from someone when we
> lived in Bangkok. Come to think of it, Thailand is a bit further south
> than where I live now.
>
> Chicken with Walnuts & Sesame Seeds
>
> 4 boneless chicken breast halves
> 1 c. finely chopped walnuts
> 1 c. sesame seeds
> 2 egg whites
> 2 Tbs. milk
> 1/4 c. cornstarch
> 2 tsp. MSG (that's how old this recipe is, or just add salt to taste)
> 1 tsp. sugar
> 2 Tbs. dry sherry or wine vinegar
> oil for deep frying
>
> Slice chicken into very thin strips. (I find it's easier to slice very
> thin if partially frozen.)
>
> Combine nuts and sesame seeds in a pie pan or other shallow pan.
>
> Blend egg whites, cornstarch, milk, msg and sugar to make a stiff
> batter. Add sherry and stir.
>
> Dip the chicken strips in the batter, then into the nuts and sesame seed
> mixture to coat evenly. Lay pieces on a sheet of waxed paper to set.
>
> Deep fry in a deep skillet or wok in hot oil until lightly browned.

I got the original, Jill. Thanks for posting it. Saved in my recipes
folder.