Description

Chicken drumstick refers the lower joint of the leg of a chicken. Chicken drumsticks are a child's and adults favourite alike. Being really simple to prepare and cook,especially in the oven, chicken drumsticks are a favoured cut among all. Pieces may be sold in packages of all of the same pieces, or in combination packages. Chicken drumsticks are sold boneless and/or skinless and are used in recipes as varied from baked drumsticks to deep fried crusted drumsticks.

How to select

An important aspect to remember when choosing chicken drumsticks is the color and smell. To avoid spoiled chicken, be sure to choose chicken breast that is creamy white to deep yellow in appearance. Check for the expiry date , in case of packaged chicken drumsticks. If you notice a strong, unpleasant odor after opening a package of chicken, leave it open on the counter for a few minutes. Sometimes oxidation takes place inside the package, resulting in a slight, but harmless odor. If the odor remains, do not use the chicken drumsticks.

Culinary Uses

" Chicken drumsticks can be cooked in innumerable ways; it can be made into crockpots, put in salads, grilled, breaded and deep-fried, or used in various curries
" There is significant variation in cooking methods amongst cultures; historically common methods include roasting, baking and frying.
" Chicken drumstick dishes are liked by almost all non-vegetarian food lovers. They make for excellent baked dishes with cheese and herbs, casseroles and other Tandoori items.
" Today, chicken drumsticks are also cooked by deep frying and prepared as fast food as Fried Chicken drumstick.
" A few common chicken drumstick dishes are Chicken lollipop, chicken drumstick Shanghai style, Grilled drumsticks, Oven fried chicken drumsticks with seasoned flour coating, etc
" Economical, versatile, and readily available, chicken drumstick is the perfect ingredient for easy, everyday recipes, as well as entertaining. It also stars in thousands of sought-after ethnic and regional recipes -- from chicken marsala, chicken parmesan, chicken enchiladas, and sesame chicken, to oven fried chicken drumsticks.

How to store

Chicken drumsticks can keep in the coldest part of the refrigerator for up to two days. Also , make sure to store chicken in the freezer in an airtight package.

Health benefits

" Chicken drumsticks boasts a positive nutritional profile, as well. It is high in protein, low in fat and cholesterol, and contains zero carbs, making it a winning choice for healthy eating.