Chicken In Chilli Flakes
Tender chicken pieces cooked in a thick, spice-heavy gravy built on caramelised shallots and coconut oil. This is the kind of Kerala chicken dish that families argue about — whose mother makes it better.
Ingredientsfor 4 servings
- 5 nos Chicken drumsticks
- 2 nos Onion — chopped
- 11/2 tbsp Chilly flakes
- 1 tbsp Vinegar
- 1 tsp Turmeric powder
- 2 tsp Tomato sauce
- 1 tbsp Lime juice
- 1 tsp Garam masala
- 1 tsp Cumin powder
- 5 Cloves Garlic — chopped
- 1 tsp Ginger — grated
- Salt, to taste
- 1 cup Curry leaves
- Coconut oil — for frying
Preparation
Step 1
For preparing chicken in chilli flakes, first make slits on drumsticks.
Step 2
Marinate with lime juice, turmeric and salt. Steam cook it or boil it in water.
Step 3
Remove and set aside.
Step 4
In a wok, heat oil. Add onion, ginger and garlic. Fry till dark color.
Step 5
Add chilli flakes, salt, garam masala, cumin powder, tomato sauce and vinegar.
Step 6
Stir everything together thoroughly. Add little water if required. Add drumsticks and curry leaves.
Step 7
Fry well till masala is coated well.
Step 8
Chicken in chilli flakes is ready.
Tip
Marinate for at least 30 minutes if you can — the spices penetrate deeper and the chicken stays juicier.
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