An appetizer recipe featuring chicken gizzards and zucchini prepared in a sweet and sour Sicilian-style agrodolce. The surprising addition of mint creates a refreshing aftertaste, making this an easy yet authentic dish. Perfect as a snack or for meal prepping.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients (4 servings)

  • Chicken Gizzards 500g
  • Zucchini 3 pcs
  • Fresh Mint 1/2 bunch
  • Raisins 40g

Seasonings

  • [A] White Wine Vinegar 120cc
  • [A] Sugar 120g
  • EV Olive Oil (to taste)
  • Salt (to taste)

Steps

  1. Trim the ends off 3 Zucchini, then cut them in half lengthwise, and then into quarters or sixths lengthwise.
  2. Remove the thin membranes from 500g Chicken Gizzards and make 1-2 shallow cuts into the thicker parts.
  3. Heat EV Olive Oil (to taste) or vegetable oil in a pot and fry the Zucchini at 180°C (350°F) until lightly golden brown.
  4. Transfer the fried Zucchini to a plate or rack.
  5. Sprinkle Salt (to taste) onto the cleaned Chicken Gizzards and rub gently.
  6. Fry the prepped Chicken Gizzards in EV Olive Oil (to taste) or vegetable oil.
  7. Transfer the fried Chicken Gizzards to a plate or rack.
  8. Add 120g Sugar to a small saucepan, heat it until melted and lightly colored to create caramel.
  9. Add 120cc White Wine Vinegar to the caramel to make a sweet and sour agrodolce sauce.
  10. Add the fried Chicken Gizzards and Zucchini to the sauce and toss to coat.
  11. Lightly sprinkle Salt (to taste) over the sauced Zucchini, then add and mix in 40g Raisins.
  12. Taste and adjust the flavor with additional Sugar (to taste) and White Wine Vinegar (to taste) if more sweetness is desired.
  13. Finish by adding plenty of Fresh Mint (1/2 bunch) and mixing. This mint is key for a clean aftertaste and balancing the overall dish.

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