Crunchy Braised Chicken Gizzard

Experience the perfect fusion of tender and crispy with this Crunchy Braised Chicken Gizzard recipe! Tenderized through a flavorful hour-long braise with aromatic ingredients like garlic, ginger, and soy sauce, these chicken gizzards are then coated in a spiced flour mixture and fried to golden perfection. The result? A deliciously crispy exterior that gives way to a melt-in-your-mouth center. Ideal as a snack, appetizer, or paired with steamed rice, these gizzards are a wonderful balance of savory, tangy, and crunchy. Plus, they’re easy to customize with your favorite dips or garnishes like fresh parsley. Perfect for those looking to elevate an often-overlooked cut of meat, this recipe transforms chicken gizzards into a show-stopping dish that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:75 mins

Total Time:90 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams chicken gizzards
• 1 medium, diced onion
• 4 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon, minced ginger
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon vinegar
• 2 cups water
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 2 cups (for frying) vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons (optional, for garnish) chopped parsley

Directions

Step 1

Thoroughly rinse the chicken gizzards under cold running water. Trim off any excess fat or tough membranes, if necessary.

Step 2

In a medium pot, combine the cleaned gizzards, diced onion, minced garlic, ginger, bay leaves, black peppercorns, soy sauce, vinegar, and water.

Step 3

Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 1 hour, or until the gizzards are tender. Add more water as needed to ensure the gizzards remain submerged.

Step 4

Once the gizzards are tender, remove them from the pot and allow them to cool slightly. Discard the braising liquid and aromatics.

Step 5

In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, ground black pepper, and paprika. Stir to mix thoroughly.

Step 6

Coat each piece of gizzard in the flour mixture, ensuring an even and thorough coating.

Step 7

Heat the vegetable oil in a deep skillet or fryer to 180°C (350°F). Carefully fry the coated gizzards in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pan.

Step 8

Fry each batch for 3-4 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and set on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

Step 9

Serve the crunchy braised chicken gizzards warm, optionally garnished with chopped parsley. They pair beautifully with steamed rice or a tangy dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1831.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4753.1

Total Fat 430.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 63.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 268.9g
Cholesterol 1200mg	0%
Sodium 4462.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 150.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.6g	0%
Total Sugars 8.2g
Protein 109.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 210.9mg	0%
Iron 21.1mg	0%
Potassium 1968.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 78.9%

Protein: 8.9%

Carbs: 12.2%