Tip: To make Chipotle paste puree 1-2 cans of chipotles in adobo sauce in food processor or blender. Transfer to a large freezer bag, flatten and freeze. Break pieces off as needed. Paste will thaw quickly. Use to add a smoky spiciness to soups, stews, sauces, marinades, mayonnaise and salsas.
Recipe
- 1 lb ground chicken leg meat
- 2 tbsp chopped chives
- 2 tbsp chipotle paste
- 1/2 tsp salt
- oil for frying
- (optional) french buns
- (optional) julienned carrot
- (optional) chopped chives
- (optional) chipotle mayo (1/2 cup mayo + 2 tbsp chipotle paste)
Method of preparation
In bowl combine chicken, salt, chives and chipotle paste. Heat 2 tbsp neutral oil in large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Using two spoons or ice cream scoop, drop heaped tablespoon-sized portions of meat into pan. Fry balls, flipping occasionally until browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
Serve as appetizer: Serve Chipotle chicken balls with your choice of dipping sauce (sweet chili sauce, bbq sauce or chipotle mayo.
Serve as lettuce wrap: Slice cooked meatballs into halves and serve on bibb lettuce with chipotle mayo, julienned carrots (or pickled carrots) and chopped chives or cilantro sprigs.
Serve as sandwich: Slather a sliced french bun with chipotle mayo, stuff with bibb lettuce, julienned carrots (or pickled carrots) and chopped chives or cilantro sprigs. Top with meatballs.
