Fried Ginger Chicken For Passover

Taken from a 1992 jewish calendar. This contains peanut oil and almonds so please be careful for allergies if planning to serve to guests.

For the chicken:.

In a shallow bowl , beat the egg with the water.

In a shallow dish , combine the matzo meal , salt , pepper and ginger.

Dip the chicken pieces into the egg mixture and then roll in the matzo mixture to coat.

Set aside for 10-15 minutes to allow the coating to set.

In a large skillet , fry the chicken in the peanut oil until golden.

Simmer covered , for 40-45 minutes , until tender.

Remove the chicken to a hot serving platter.

For the sauce:.

Remove the excess oil from the skillet in which the chicken was fried.

Combine the water and potato starch in the skillet.

Stir and cook until thickened.

Add the wine , lemon rind , salt , ginger , almonds and dates.

Simmer 5 minutes more to blend the flavors.

Serve hot over the chicken.

chicken parts, egg, water, matzo meal, salt, black pepper, ground ginger, peanut oil, potato starch, white wine, lemon rind, ginger, almonds, dates