Rumaki

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Rumaki
45 min.
24
54kcal

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If you're looking for a crowd-pleasing appetizer that packs a punch of flavor and is surprisingly simple to make, look no further than Rumaki! This delightful dish combines the savoriness of bacon with the rich, delectable taste of chicken livers, all while incorporating the unique crunchiness of water chestnuts. Perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a cozy gathering, a festive celebration, or just a snack to indulge in—Rumaki promises to be a hit among your guests.

What makes this recipe even more appealing is that it caters to a variety of dietary preferences. Not only is it gluten-free and dairy-free, but it's also low FODMAP, making it a perfect choice for those with specific dietary restrictions. Each bite is a harmonious blend of flavors, enhanced by the fragrant spices of ginger and curry powder that add an exotic twist.

Easily made in advance, these delicious bites can be marinated and assembled ahead of time, allowing you to enjoy effortless entertaining. As you broil them to crispy perfection, the enticing aroma will surely whet everyone’s appetite. So gather your ingredients, grab some toothpicks, and get ready to impress your family and friends with this classic delicacy that’s sure to tantalize their taste buds!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 pound bacon 
  • 12  water chestnuts canned halved drained
  • 0.3 lb chicken livers rinsed trimmed
  • 0.5 teaspoon curry powder 
  • tablespoon ginger fresh finely grated peeled
  • tablespoons brown sugar light packed
  • 0.3 cup soya sauce 

Equipment

  • toothpicks
  • broiler
  • broiler pan

Directions

  1. Cut chicken livers into 24 (roughly 1/2-inch) pieces. Stir together soy sauce, ginger, brown sugar, and curry powder.
  2. Add livers and water chestnuts and toss to coat. Marinate, covered and chilled, 1 hour.
  3. While livers marinate, soak toothpicks in cold water 1 hour.
  4. Drain well.
  5. Preheat broiler.
  6. Remove livers and chestnuts from marinade and discard marinade.
  7. Place 1 piece of bacon on a work surface and put 1 piece of liver and 1 chestnut in center. Wrap bacon around liver and chestnut and secure with a toothpick. Make 23 more rumaki in same manner.
  8. Broil rumaki on rack of a broiler pan 2 inches from heat, turning once, until bacon is crisp and livers are cooked but still slightly pink inside (unwrap 1 to check for doneness), 5 to 6 minutes.
  9. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories54kcal
Protein17.2%
Fat66.73%
Carbs16.07%

Properties

Glycemic Index
1.46
Glycemic Load
0.02
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
3.3426086988462%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:53.96kcal
2.7%
Fat:3.99g
6.14%
Saturated Fat:1.33g
8.33%
Carbohydrates:2.16g
0.72%
Net Carbohydrates:1.96g
0.71%
Sugar:1.18g
1.31%
Cholesterol:22.54mg
7.51%
Sodium:201.76mg
8.77%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.32g
4.63%
Vitamin B12:0.83µg
13.84%
Vitamin A:527.33IU
10.55%
Folate:28.71µg
7.18%
Selenium:4.57µg
6.52%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
5.72%
Vitamin B3:0.96mg
4.82%
Vitamin B6:0.08mg
4.11%
Vitamin B5:0.37mg
3.67%
Iron:0.6mg
3.33%
Phosphorus:32.34mg
3.23%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.85%
Copper:0.04mg
1.93%
Zinc:0.28mg
1.84%
Manganese:0.04mg
1.75%
Potassium:45.7mg
1.31%
Vitamin C:0.95mg
1.15%
Source:Epicurious