Chicken fry is a popular dish that delivers a crispy and flavorful experience with every bite. Marinated in a blend of spices like red chili powder, turmeric, and garam masala, the chicken is then coated with rice flour or cornstarch to achieve a perfect golden-brown crust when fried. The result is tender, juicy chicken inside with a deliciously crisp exterior. Whether served as a snack, appetizer, or part of a main meal, chicken fry is a crowd-pleaser that pairs well with sliced onions, lemon wedges, and your favorite dipping sauce.
Delhi-Style Chicken Fry Recipe
The result is tender, juicy chicken inside with a deliciously crisp exterior. Whether served as a snack, appetizer, or part of a main meal, chicken fry is a crowd-pleaser that pairs well with sliced onions, lemon wedges, and your favorite dipping sauce.
Ingredients
Instructions
Marinate the Chicken:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ginger-garlic paste, red chili powder, turmeric powder, garam masala, black pepper powder, lemon juice or yogurt, and salt.
- Add the chicken pieces to the marinade and mix well, ensuring all pieces are evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or overnight for best results.
Prepare for Frying:
- Before frying, mix the rice flour or cornstarch into the marinated chicken. This will give the chicken a crispy outer layer when fried.
Fry the Chicken:
- Heat oil in a deep frying pan or skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully add the chicken pieces in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan.
- Fry the chicken until it turns golden brown and is cooked through. This should take about 8-10 minutes per batch. Ensure the chicken is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.
Drain and Serve:
- Remove the fried chicken pieces from the oil and drain them on paper towels to remove excess oil.
- Garnish with fresh coriander leaves if desired.
Serve:
- Serve the chicken fry hot with sliced onions, lemon wedges, and your favorite dipping sauce or chutney.
- This chicken fry is perfect as an appetizer, snack, or part of a main meal. Enjoy the crispy, flavorful goodness!
Note
- Marination Time: For best results, marinate the chicken overnight to allow the flavors to fully penetrate.
- Oil Temperature: Ensure the oil is hot enough before frying to avoid soggy chicken. Test by dropping a small piece of batter into the oil; it should sizzle immediately.
- Crispiness: Adding rice flour or cornstarch to the marinade helps create a crispy coating.
- Serving Suggestions: Chicken fry pairs well with green chutney, spicy ketchup, or yogurt dip.