2Add the chicken, 2 teaspoons of salt, 0.5 teaspoon of white pepper, and 2 tablespoons of cornstarch to a food processor.
3Process the mixture until it rolls around like a meatball.
4Portion the chicken mixture into tiny nuggets using a falafel scoop or by hand.
5Shape the nuggets and flatten them.
6Place the shaped nuggets in the freezer for about half an hour to help them set up.
7Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C).
8In a separate bowl, combine 1 cup all-purpose flour, 0.25 cup cornstarch, 0.5 teaspoon paprika, 0.5 teaspoon salt, 0.25 teaspoon white pepper, and 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder.
9Pour the entire can of club soda (355 ml) into the dry mixture and whisk until it forms a very runny pancake-like batter.
10Dip the frozen chicken nuggets into the batter, ensuring they are fully coated.
11Carefully place the battered nuggets into the hot oil in small batches (4-5 at a time).
12Fry for about 3 to 4 minutes, or until golden brown and the internal temperature is over 160°F (71°C).
13Remove the cooked nuggets and serve with your favorite dipping sauces.
Ingredients
1 pound chicken breast
2 teaspoons salt
0.5 teaspoon white pepper
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 cup all purpose flour
0.25 cup cornstarch
0.5 teaspoon paprika
0.5 teaspoon salt
0.25 teaspoon white pepper
0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
355 ml club soda
vegetable oil
Equipment
food processorfalafel scoopfreezerdeep fryer (or large pot)meat thermometer
Tips
Freeze the shaped chicken nuggets for about half an hour to help them set up before frying.
Fry in small batches (4-5 at a time) to maintain oil temperature.
Maintain an oil temperature of 350°F (175°C) for best results.
Cook for approximately 3 to 4 minutes per batch, or until an internal temperature of over 160°F (71°C) is reached.