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Srilankan Devilled Chicken

Cultural Context

Devilled Chicken has its roots in Sri Lankan cuisine, where it's a popular dish often served at gatherings and celebrations. The term 'devilled' refers to the spicy and fiery preparation, showcasing the island's love for bold flavors and heat. Today, variations of this dish can be found in many South Asian restaurants around the world, appealing to those who enjoy a punchy, savory chicken dish.

Sri LankanLKmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb chicken
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
2 teaspoons red chili powder
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons oil
1 tablespoon ginger
3 cloves garlic
1 medium onion
1 cup capsicum (bell peppers)
1 cup cherry tomato
3 tablespoons tomato ketchup
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon red chili sauce
1 teaspoon chili flakes
1/4 cup spring onion
1/4 cup water

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

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu provides a plant-based option while chicken thighs are more economical.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free while liquid aminos is often less expensive.

red chili powder

🥗Healthier: paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Paprika offers a milder flavor, and cayenne is often cheaper.

vinegar

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

Lemon juice adds brightness and is often available at a lower cost.

1

Marinate chicken with turmeric powder, red chili powder, salt, and oil for at least 15 minutes.

2

Heat oil in a pan until hot.

3

Add marinated chicken to the pan and pan-fry until browned, then remove to a plate.

4

In the same pan, add a little oil and heat it up.

5

Add chopped ginger and garlic, sauté for 20 seconds.

6

Add onion, capsicum, and cherry tomato; sauté until slightly softened.

7

Add tomato ketchup, oyster sauce, soy sauce, and red chili sauce to the pan.

8

Add the pan-fried chicken back into the pan and mix well with the sauces.

9

Add a little water and mix again, cooking until the sauce thickens.

10

Garnish with sliced red chili and spring onion before plating.

Cooking Techniques

marinatingsautéingstir-frying

Equipment Needed

large skilletmixing bowlspatula

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

soygluten

Also Known As

Devilled ChickenSri Lankan Spicy Chicken

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