On 7/31/2015 11:04 AM, Gary wrote:
> 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.
>
I believe it was intended to be an appetizer. Quite rich tasting. The
last time I made this chicken things like sesame seeds weren't nearly as
expensive as they are now.

Jill