Chicken 65
Chicken 65 is a spicy, deep-fried South Indian chicken appetizer, marinated in bold flavors and tossed with curry leaves and chilies for an extra kick.
Ready in:
40 min
Ingredients:
14
Ingredients
For the Chicken Marinade:
- Boneless chicken (small pieces): 300 grams
- Ginger-garlic paste: 1 tbsp
- Red chili powder: 1 tsp
- Turmeric powder: 1/2 tsp
- Coriander powder: 1 tsp
- Cumin powder: 1/2 tsp
- Salt: to taste
- Lemon juice or vinegar: 1 tbsp
- All-purpose flour (maida): 2 tbsp
- Cornflour: 1 tbsp
- Egg: 1 (optional, for binding)
- Oil: for deep frying
For Tempering (Optional):
- Oil: 1 tbsp
- Green chilies (slit): 3–4
- Curry leaves: 1 sprig
- Garlic (sliced): 4–5 cloves
Making process
Step 1: Marinate the Chicken:
- In a bowl, mix chicken with ginger-garlic paste, chili powder, turmeric, coriander, cumin, salt, lemon juice, maida, cornflour, and egg.
- Cover and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Step 2: Deep Fry:
- Heat oil in a deep pan. Fry the marinated chicken pieces in batches until crispy and golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels.
Step 3: Temper (Optional):
- In a pan, heat 1 tbsp oil. Add sliced garlic, curry leaves, and green chilies. Sauté until aromatic.
- Add the fried chicken and toss well for 1–2 minutes.
Step 4: Serve:
- Serve hot as a starter or side, garnished with onion rings and lemon wedges.