Kwek Kwek
Experience the vibrant flavors of Filipino street food with this delectable Kwek Kwek recipe! These crispy, golden-fried quail eggs are coated in a vivid orange batter made from a mix of all-purpose flour, cornstarch, and baking powder, brought to life with a splash of orange food coloring. Perfectly tender and irresistibly crunchy, these bite-sized delights are paired with a tangy, spicy vinegar dipping sauce infused with soy sauce, minced garlic, red chili flakes, and a touch of sugar for a mouthwatering explosion of sweet heat. Ready in just 35 minutes, this iconic street food makes for a fun appetizer, snack, or party dish that everyone will enjoy. Impress your guests by serving freshly fried Kwek Kwek warm, straight out of the kitchen! Keywords: Filipino street food, Kwek Kwek recipe, crispy quail eggs, easy appetizer, tangy vinegar dipping sauce.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces quail eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon orange food coloring
- 2 cups vegetable oil
- 1 cup vinegar
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
Start by boiling the quail eggs in a small pot of water for about 3 minutes.
Once cooked, remove the eggs from the water and transfer them to a bowl of cold water to cool.
Peel the eggs carefully and set them aside.
In a medium bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, salt, and baking powder.
Add water to the dry ingredients and mix thoroughly until smooth.
Stir in the orange food coloring until the batter reaches your desired color.
In a small deep frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
Dip each quail egg into the batter, ensuring it is completely coated.
Carefully drop the coated eggs into the hot oil and fry for 2-3 minutes or until the batter is crisp and golden brown.
Remove the kwek kwek from the oil and drain them on paper towels.
For the dipping sauce, combine vinegar, soy sauce, sugar, red chili flakes, and minced garlic in a small bowl. Stir until the sugar has dissolved.
Serve the kwek kwek warm with the spicy vinegar dipping sauce on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4353 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 431.5 g | 553% | |
| Saturated Fat | 63.5 g | 318% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 268.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 912 mg | 304% | |
| Sodium | 4140 mg | 180% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 120.3 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.9 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.0 g | ||
| Protein | 30.2 g | 60% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.6 mcg | 18% | |
| Calcium | 129 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 10.3 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 579 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
