Fried Chicken Curry (lahori Chargha Karahi)
Fried Chicken Curry, also known as Lahori Chargha Karahi, is a popular dish in Pakistani cuisine. It is a flavorful and aromatic chicken curry that is deep-fried to perfection, resulting in a crispy and tender texture.
Ingredients
- 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
- 1 cup yogurt
- 2 tablespoons ginger garlic paste
- 1 tablespoon red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1/2 cup lemon juice
- Salt to taste
- Oil for deep frying
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix yogurt, ginger garlic paste, red chili powder, turmeric powder, garam masala, cumin seeds, lemon juice, and salt to make a marinade.
- Marinate the chicken pieces in the mixture for at least 4 hours or overnight in the refrigerator.
- Heat oil in a deep pan and fry the marinated chicken pieces until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove the fried chicken from the oil and place it on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
- Serve the fried chicken curry hot with naan or rice.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 40 minutes
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
- Fat
- 20g
Supplies
Large bowl Deep frying pan Paper towels
Tools
Tongs Knife Cutting board
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Serve with naan, rice, and a side of salad.
Tips & tricks
Tips: Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying the chicken to achieve a crispy texture.
Cost
$15