Menoto

Menoto means "chicken feet" in Setswana. As a ubiquitous street meal, many Batswana might be found munching on this nasty nibble during lunchtime. After being seasoned and flavored, they are frequently roasted over a grill. Many folks prefer them served hot. To make the most of their gelatin, Menoto can also be boiled down into a stew. This dish will be better when you put it in the fridge. Due to their lack of meat, they are served in enormous servings at restaurants. They're also available at butcher shops and grocery stores across the country.

Ingredients:
32 chicken feet (about 2 pounds),Kosher salt,1/2 cup sake,1/3 cup water,6 large thin slices of fresh ginger,1/3 cup soy sauce,1/4 cup sugar (Chinese yellow rock or granulated sugar),2 dried hot chiles, crushed,2 tablespoons oyster sauce,2 tablespoons hoisin sauce,2 pods star anise,1 stick cinnamon,1 cup sliced scallions (1-inch pieces),2 tablespoons minced scallions, garnish,1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted, garnish

Instructions:

• Gather the ingredients.
• Rub the cleaned chicken feet with kosher salt and let stand for 10 minutes.
• Rinse the salted chicken feet under cold water.
• Boil another pot of water, salt it generously, and add the chicken feet; blanch for 5 minutes and drain well.
• Place a 14-inch sauté pan over high heat. Add the chicken and dry-sear until lightly brown.
• Add the remaining ingredients and bring to a simmer. Cook, covered, for about 10 minutes.
• Uncover and simmer until the sauce has become thick and cooked down, tossing frequently to coat the feet as the sauce reduces.
• Garnish with minced scallions and toasted sesame seeds. Serve and enjoy.