Fried Chicken (lahori Charga)
Fried Chicken, also known as Lahori Charga, is a popular dish in Pakistani cuisine. It is a flavorful and crispy chicken dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a family meal.
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 powder
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- Salt to taste
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix yogurt, ginger garlic paste, red chili powder, turmeric powder, garam masala, cumin powder, coriander powder, and salt to make a marinade.
- Marinate the chicken pieces in the yogurt mixture and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
- Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- Fry the marinated chicken pieces in the hot oil until they are golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove the fried chicken from the oil and place on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
- Serve hot with naan bread, rice, or a fresh salad.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 25 minutes
- Total time:
- 45 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 15g
- Fat
- 20g
Supplies
Frying pan Tongs Paper towels
Tools
Knife Bowl Measuring spoons
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Serve with naan bread, rice, or a fresh salad.
Tips & tricks
Tips: For extra flavor, you can add a squeeze of lemon juice over the fried chicken before serving.
Cost
$15