Sugar-Free Chicken Feet Dim Sum

Indulge in the rich flavors of this Sugar-Free Chicken Feet Dim Sum, a healthier twist on a classic Cantonese delicacy. Perfectly braised until tender, these chicken feet are enveloped in a savory, aromatic sauce crafted with soy sauce, oyster sauce, and a blend of warm spices like star anise, cinnamon, and cloves. The dish skips the sugar without compromising on its bold and authentic flavors, making it a guilt-free addition to your dim sum spread. With simple ingredients and a slow-simmering technique that builds depth and complexity, this recipe offers an enticing balance of umami and spice. Garnished with fresh green onions for a vibrant finish, it’s an irresistible option for dim sum lovers seeking a sugar-free delight.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:120 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Chicken feet
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 1 inch Ginger
• 2 Star anise
• 3 Cloves
• 1 Cinnamon stick
• 1 teaspoon Black peppercorns
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 2 Green onions
• 4 cups Water
• 1 tablespoon Cooking oil

Directions

Step 1

Start by cleaning the chicken feet thoroughly under cold running water. Use kitchen scissors to remove the nails from each claw.

Step 2

In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add the cleaned chicken feet and blanch them for 5 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.

Step 3

In a separate pot, heat 1 tablespoon of cooking oil over medium heat. Add the garlic cloves and ginger, both sliced thinly, and sauté until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the blanched chicken feet into the pot, followed by the soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, star anise, cloves, cinnamon stick, black peppercorns, and salt. Stir well to coat all the chicken feet with the sauce.

Step 5

Pour 4 cups of water into the pot, ensuring that the chicken feet are mostly submerged. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover. Let it simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally, until the chicken feet are tender.

Step 6

Remove the lid and increase the heat to medium. Let the liquid reduce until it forms a thick glaze over the chicken feet, stirring occasionally for about 15 minutes.

Step 7

Once the sauce has thickened and the chicken feet are beautifully glazed, turn off the heat and add the sesame oil. Stir well.

Step 8

Transfer the chicken feet to a serving dish and garnish with chopped green onions for added flavor and color.

Step 9

Serve hot as a delightful sugar-free dim sum dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1611.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1363.2

Total Fat 97.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 22.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 19.5g
Cholesterol 381.0mg	0%
Sodium 4141.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 26.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.3g	0%
Total Sugars 1.3g
Protein 96.5g	0%

Vitamin D 36.3IU	0%
Calcium 662.6mg	0%
Iron 10.3mg	0%
Potassium 738.7mg	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: 63.9%

Protein: 28.2%

Carbs: 7.8%