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.

Fried Chicken Curry (lahori Chargha Karahi)

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

  1. 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.
  2. Marinate the chicken pieces in the mixture for at least 4 hours or overnight in the refrigerator.
  3. Heat oil in a deep pan and fry the marinated chicken pieces until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. Remove the fried chicken from the oil and place it on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
  5. 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