Crispy Fried Chicken

Golden, crunchy on the outside and juicy on the inside – this crispy fried chicken is a crowd-pleasing starter for any occasion. Marinated in a South Indian spice blend and fried to perfection, it disappears off the plate within minutes.

Ingredients

• 500g chicken pieces (drumsticks or boneless)
• 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
• 1 tsp turmeric powder
• 1.5 tsp red chilli powder
• 1 tsp coriander powder
• 1 tsp cumin powder
• 1/2 tsp garam masala
• 2 tbsp thick curd (yogurt)
• 1 egg, beaten
• 3 tbsp corn flour
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• Salt to taste
• Precious cold pressed groundnut oil for deep frying
• Lemon wedges and onion rings to serve

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Clean and pat dry chicken pieces thoroughly with a kitchen towel.
2. In a bowl, combine ginger-garlic paste, turmeric, red chilli powder, coriander powder, cumin, garam masala, curd, egg, and salt.
3. Add chicken to the marinade and mix well to coat evenly.
4. Cover and refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours, ideally overnight for maximum flavour.
5. Before frying, mix in corn flour and all-purpose flour to create a dry coating.
6. Heat Precious cold pressed groundnut oil in a deep kadai to 170-180 degrees C.
7. Fry chicken pieces in batches – do not overcrowd the pan – for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally.
8. Remove and drain on a wire rack or paper towels.
9. Fry a second time for 3 minutes at high heat for extra crispiness (double-fry method).
10. Serve hot with lemon wedges, sliced onions, and green chutney.

Written by

Suren

Suren is the co-founder of KN Agro Concepts and the creator of Precious cold-pressed oils. Based in Tamil Nadu, he has spent years working directly with traditional Mara Chekku wood-press artisans to bring authentic, chemical-free oils from Coimbatore to health-conscious families across India. He writes about cold-pressed oil, traditional Indian food practices, and the science of natural nutrition.

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