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How to Cook Fried Chicken Gizzards

Tired of the usual stir fried gizzards or adobong balumbalunan (gizzard adobo)?  I think this fried gizzard dish should be added to your menu.
Prep Time8 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Course: Chicken Recipe
Cuisine: Filipino
Keyword: balumbalunan, fried chicken gizzards
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 367kcal
Author: Manny

Ingredients

  • 3/4 kilo Chicken Gizzards
  • 1 pack Crispy Fry Breading Mix (good for 1 kilo meat)
  • 1 raw egg
  • 1/2 tsp. ground black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp. fine salt
  • water for boiling the gizzards
  • 2 tsp. coarse salt for cleaning the gizzards
  • cooking oil for frying

Instructions

How to Cook Fried Chicken Gizzards

  • Wash, clean and drain the chicken gizzzards. In a mixing bowl, put salt and rub it against the gizzards to remove the odor.
  • Wash again and drain. Put the gizzards in a pressure cooker pot and fill with water just enough the cover the gizzards.
  • Cover and plug the lid then bring to a boil. Simmer for 30 minutes then let the pressure cooker cool down before opening the lid.
  • Remove from the pot and let it drain on a colander or strainer. Put in an empty mixing bowl and add raw egg, salt and pepper. Mix until the gizzards are well coated.
  • Add crispy fry breading on the gizzards and mix until the egg and breading mixture turns into a batter. Set aside.
  • Heat 2 cups of cooking oil in a pan and fry the gizzards until brown. Remove from oil and put on a strainer or paper towel lined plate. Serve with spiced vinegar dipping sauce or sweet chili sauce.

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Notes

Cooking Tips:

Thoroughly Clean the Gizzards Before Cooking

Proper cleaning is essential to remove any residual odors from the chicken gizzards. Rubbing them with salt and rinsing thoroughly not only helps deodorize but also improves the flavor of the final dish. Skipping this step can leave an unpleasant aftertaste, so take the time to clean them well for a fresh and delicious outcome.

Boil for Tenderness

Boiling the gizzards before frying ensures they turn out tender, not tough or chewy. A pressure cooker works best, breaking down the connective tissue in just 30 minutes while preserving the natural flavors. If you don’t have a pressure cooker, a regular pot works too—just extend the cooking time until the gizzards are fork-tender.

Coat Evenly for Perfect Crispiness

Mix the gizzards with egg, salt, and pepper before tossing them in seasoned breading for a crispy, flavorful coating. Make sure the gizzards are evenly coated, as this creates a batter-like layer that fries up beautifully. Consistent coating ensures every bite delivers the perfect crunch, sealing in moisture and flavor.