Almond-Breaded Drumsticks With Salsa And Rice

Name: Almond-Breaded Drumsticks With Salsa And Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 None chicken leg drumsticks (about 200g each); 75 g breadcrumbs; 50 g flaked almonds; 2 None medium eggs; 3-4 stalks parsley; 500 g tomatoes, deseeded and finely diced; 1 None medium onion; 4 tbsp tomato ketchup; 200 g long grain rice; 150 g frozen peas; 1 litre oil

Servings: persons

1
Mix the breadcrumbs and almonds in a large bowl. In a separate large bowl, beat the eggs, then season. Dip each drumstick in the egg, then in the breadcrumbs. Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large pan, and briskly fry the drumsticks for about 5 mins. Remove from the pan, then drain on paper towels. Bake the drumsticks in a preheated oven at 350u00b0F for 30-40 mins. Briefly fry the parsley in the hot oil until crispy. Remove from the pan and drain on paper towels.
2
To make the salsa, mix the ketchup, tomatoes and onion in a bowl and season.
3
Cook the rice according to the package instructions. About 5 mins before the end of the cooking time, add the frozen peas. Drain the cooked rice. To serve, pack the rice into a small bowl and turn out onto 4 plates. Place a drumstick on each plate and garnish with freshly ground pepper and the crispy parsley. Serve with the salsa on the side.

2878

kcal

Calories

267

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 None chicken leg drumsticks (about 200g each), 75 g breadcrumbs, 50 g flaked almonds, 2 None medium eggs, and more.

Yes, Almond-Breaded Drumsticks With Salsa And Rice falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!