Numbing and Spicy Chicken Feet (麻辣鸡爪)

麻辣鸡爪 (Numbing and Spicy Chicken Feet) is a popular Sichuan dish known for its bold and fiery flavors. The combination of numbing Sichuan peppercorns and spicy chili peppers makes this dish a favorite among those who enjoy intense heat and complex flavors.

Spicy Gluten Free Appetizer Sichuan
Numbing and Spicy Chicken Feet (麻辣鸡爪)

Ingredients

  • 1 pound chicken feet
  • 3 tablespoons Sichuan peppercorns
  • 6 dried red chili peppers
  • 4 green onions, cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 3 slices ginger
  • 3 cloves garlic, smashed
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Chinese black vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 4 cups water

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add the chicken feet and blanch for 5 minutes. Remove from heat, drain, and set aside.
  2. In a wok or large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the Sichuan peppercorns and dried red chili peppers. Stir-fry until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Add the green onions, ginger, and garlic to the wok. Stir-fry for another 2 minutes.
  4. Return the blanched chicken feet to the wok. Stir in the soy sauce, Chinese black vinegar, sugar, and salt. Pour in the water and bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45-50 minutes, or until the chicken feet are tender and the sauce has thickened.
  6. Transfer the cooked chicken feet to a serving plate and garnish with additional green onions, if desired.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Protein
15g
Fat
18g
Carbohydrates
5g

Supplies

Large pot Wok or large skillet Cutting board Knife

Tools

Tongs Serving plate

Serving suggestions

Serve the 麻辣鸡爪 as an appetizer or as part of a larger Sichuan feast. Pair with steamed rice and cold beer to balance the heat.

Tips & tricks

For an extra numbing sensation, increase the amount of Sichuan peppercorns in the recipe. Adjust the level of spiciness by adding more or fewer chili peppers.

Cost

$8