Kerala Chicken 65
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 3 servings
- 250 g Chicken boneless — cubed
- Oil preferably coconut oil
- Onion — cut into rings for garnishing
- Lemon wedges — for garnishing
- 2 tbsp Chilly powder
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice
- 1/2 tbsp Turmeric powder
- 1/2 tbsp Vinegar
- Ginger garlic paste - 1 tbsp
- Salt, to taste
- 1 tbsp Corn flour
Preparation
Step 1
Marinate cubed boneless chicken with all ingredients for marination for 30 minutes.
Step 2
Pour oil into a pan and heat it.
Step 3
Fry the marinated chicken pieces in it till golden brown.
Step 4
Garnish with onion rings and lemon wedges.
Step 5
Serve while still hot Chappathi, Paratha or Steamed rice.
Tip
Bone-in chicken gives a richer, more flavourful gravy than boneless. The marrow flavours the curry as it cooks.
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