A spicy and vibrant Red Chicken Fry can be easily made at home using a quick marinade of Kashmiri red chili powder, ginger-garlic paste, and spices, then pan-fried or deep-fried to crispy perfection.
Ingredients
• Chicken: 500g (cut into medium-sized pieces) [1
• 2 tbsp Kashmiri red chili powder (for the deep red color)
• 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp turmeric powder
• Salt to taste
• A pinch of red food color or tandoori color (optional)
• For Frying & Tempering:
• 2–3 tbsp oil (coconut oil or vegetable oil)
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• A few sprigs of fresh curry leaves
• 1 onion (finely chopped)
• Fresh coriander leaves (for garnish)
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Marinate the Chicken:
• In a mixing bowl, combine the chicken pieces with Kashmiri red chili powder, ginger-garlic paste, lemon juice, turmeric powder, and salt.
• Add a pinch of red food color if you prefer a brighter hue.
• Mix well so every piece is coated, and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 1–2 hours in the refrigerator for deeper flavor).