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Gift Wrapped Water Chestnuts

Gift Wrapped Water Chestnuts


Yield: 32 pieces

Ethnicity: Asian
 
Meal Type: Appetizer
 
Occasion: New Year's, Chinese New Year
 
Preparation Method: Bake
 
Product Type: Deli Products
 







Marinade
1/4 Cup toasted sesame oil
2 Teaspoons rice wine vinegar
1 Teaspoon low sodium soy sauce
1 Tablespoon light brown sugar, packed
1 Teaspoon fresh gingerroot, peeled and grated
1/2 Pound MESQUITE SMOKED TURKEY BREAST, deli sliced
 
  1. Mix the oil, vinegar, soy sauce, sugar and ginger together in a bowl.
  2. Cut the turkey slices into strips, about 1-inch wide by 3/4-inch long.
  3. Add the turkey breast strips to the marinade and stir to coat all surfaces. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for about one hour.
 
Assembly and Service
2 Small cans whole water chestnuts, drained well
32 Toothpicks, soaked in cold water for 15 minutes
As needed fresh herbs
 
  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Remove turkey from marinade and drain. Discard marinade.
  2. Wrap each water chestnut with a strip of turkey, securing with a toothpick.
  3. Bake the rumaki on a lightly oiled baking sheet for 10-12 minutes, until turkey is slightly crisp and brown.
  4. Garnish with fresh herbs.
  5. Serve warm.

Recipe Source: Recipe and photo provided by Jennie-O Turkey Store Sales, LLC




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