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Chicken 65

Cultural Context

Chicken 65 originated from South India, particularly Chennai, and is believed to have been created in the 1960s at a military canteen. This dish is a celebration of bold flavors, often enjoyed as a spicy appetizer or snack. It's deeply rooted in Indian culinary culture, with variations across regions, and has gained popularity globally, often served in Indian restaurants worldwide.

IndianINappetizer
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb chicken
1 cup yogurt
2 tablespoons ginger-garlic paste
2 tablespoons red chili powder
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 tablespoon coriander powder
1 tablespoon garam masala
2 tablespoons lemon juice
10 curry leaves
2 green chilies
1/4 cup cornstarch
1/4 cup rice flour
1 teaspoon salt
oil for frying as needed
1/4 cup fresh cilantro

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

yogurt

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: Greek yogurt

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: buttermilk

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

cornstarch

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: arrowroot powder

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: all-purpose flour

Arrowroot is a natural thickener, while flour is more accessible.

red chili powder

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: paprika

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: cayenne pepper

Paprika offers color with milder heat.

ginger-garlic paste

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: fresh ginger and garlic

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: minced garlic

Using fresh ingredients enhances flavor.

1

Marinate chicken in yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, red chili powder, turmeric, coriander powder, garam masala, lemon juice, and salt for at least 1 hour.

2

Add cornstarch and rice flour to the marinated chicken; mix until evenly coated.

3

Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat until hot.

4

Fry marinated chicken pieces in batches until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes per batch.

5

Remove fried chicken and drain on paper towels.

6

In a separate pan, heat a little oil and add curry leaves and sliced green chilies; sautรฉ until fragrant.

7

Add the fried chicken to the pan; toss to coat with the spices.

8

Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Chicken 65 FrySpicy Chicken 65

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