Chicken 65 is a spicy and flavorful Indian dish made from bite-sized chicken pieces that are deep-fried and then tossed in a spicy and tangy seasoning. Here's a basic recipe for making Chicken 65:
Ingredients:
For Marinating Chicken:
- 500g boneless chicken pieces, cut into bite-sized cubes
- 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
- 1 tablespoon red chili powder (adjust to your spice preference)
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon yogurt
- 2 tablespoons cornflour
- 1 egg
- Salt to taste
For Frying:
- Vegetable oil for deep frying
For Seasoning:
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 2-3 green chilies, slit (adjust to your spice preference)
- Curry leaves
- 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
- 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
- Salt to taste
- Lemon wedges and sliced onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, combine all the marinating ingredients: ginger-garlic paste, red chili powder, turmeric powder, garam masala, lemon juice, yogurt, cornflour, egg, and salt. Mix well.
2. Add the chicken pieces to the marinade and coat them evenly. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2-3 hours or longer for better results.
3. Heat vegetable oil for deep frying in a pan.
4. Deep-fry the marinated chicken pieces in batches until they are golden brown, crispy, and fully cooked. Remove and drain on paper towels.
5. In a separate pan, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil.
6. Add cumin seeds, green chilies, and curry leaves. Sauté for a minute.
7. Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté until aromatic.
8. Add red chili powder, black pepper, garam masala, and salt. Stir well.
9. Toss the fried chicken pieces into the seasoning and mix until they are evenly coated with the spicy and tangy sauce.
10. Garnish with lemon wedges and sliced onions (if desired).
11. Serve Chicken 65 hot as an appetizer or snack, garnished with fresh lemon wedges and onions.
Chicken 65 is a popular and delicious dish with a perfect balance of spicy and tangy flavors. Adjust the spice levels to suit your taste preference.
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