Lahori Charga (lahori Charga)
Lahori Charga is a popular dish from the city of Lahore, known for its rich and flavorful spices. This dish features tender and juicy chicken marinated in a blend of aromatic spices and then deep-fried to perfection.
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 deep 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 the marinade.
- Marinate the chicken pieces with the prepared marinade and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results.
- Heat oil in a deep pan and carefully add the marinated chicken pieces. Fry until they are golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove the fried chicken pieces from the oil and place them on a paper towel to remove excess oil.
- Serve hot with naan or rice and enjoy the flavorful Lahori Charga!
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
Deep pan for frying Paper towels
Tools
Mixing bowl Tongs for frying
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Serve with naan, rice, and a side of mint chutney.
Tips & tricks
Tips: For extra flavor, you can add a squeeze of lemon juice over the fried Lahori Charga before serving.
Cost
$15