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Devilled Chicken

Cultural Context

Devilled Chicken is a beloved dish in Sri Lankan cuisine, often enjoyed at festive gatherings and family meals. The dish showcases the island's love for bold flavors, combining spices and tangy elements to create a vibrant meal. While traditionally made with chicken, variations exist using seafood or vegetables, reflecting the adaptability of Sri Lankan cooking.

Sri LankanLKmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb chicken
4 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon ginger
10 leaves curry leaves
1 teaspoon chili flakes
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
2 tablespoons tomato sauce
1 tablespoon sugar

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

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: salt + water

Tamari is gluten-free and can reduce sodium.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is plant-based and lower in calories.

vinegar

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

Lemon juice adds freshness and acidity.

red chili powder

🥗Healthier: paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Paprika offers a milder flavor with color.

1

Deep-fry the chicken until crispy.

2

Sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant.

3

Add curry leaves, chilli flakes, oyster sauce, and tomato sauce; stir well.

4

Adjust seasoning with sugar for balance.

Cooking Techniques

marinatingsautéingstir-frying

Equipment Needed

large skilletmixing bowlknifecutting board

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

Devilled Chicken CurrySpicy Chicken

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