Kozhi Varuval
Kozhi Varuval is a spicy and crispy fried chicken dish, marinated with a blend of spices and deep-fried to perfection. It's a popular choice as a side dish or appetizer.
Cuisines
Madras
Best for
Lunch
Dinner
Snacks
Recipe
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 30 min
Total: 45 min
2-3 servings
Ingredients
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500 grams | Chicken , cut into pieces |
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2 tablespoons | Oil |
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1 teaspoon | Fennel Seed |
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2 | Onion , finely sliced |
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2 tablespoons | Ginger-garlic paste |
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2 | Green Chili , slit |
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1 teaspoon | Turmeric powder |
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2 tablespoons | Red chili powder |
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1 tablespoon | Coriander powder |
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1 teaspoon | Garam masala |
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2 tablespoons | Lemon juice |
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1 | Curry Leaf , sprig |
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— | Salt , to taste |
Instructions
- 1 Heat oil in a pan and add fennel seeds.
- 2 Once the seeds splutter, add sliced onions and sauté until golden brown.
- 3 Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté until the raw smell disappears.
- 4 Add the chicken pieces and cook until they turn white.
- 5 Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Mix well.
- 6 Cover and cook the chicken on medium heat for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 7 Once the chicken is cooked, add garam masala, lemon juice, and curry leaves.
- 8 Increase the heat and sauté until the chicken is dry and roasted.
- 9 Serve hot with rice or roti.
Tips
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken with spices for 30 minutes before cooking.