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Chicken Thecha - Spicy Indian Starter

Recipe by SPICE DHAMAL

  • Ready in30 min
  • Prep15 min
  • Cook15 min
  • CuisineIndian · Maharashtrian
  • Serves2 People
  • Calories~280 kcal
Chicken Thecha - Spicy Indian Starter

Ingredients

For Chicken Marinade

  • 250 gramsBoneless Chicken
  • 0.5 teaspoonTurmeric Powder
  • 1 tablespoonCoriander Powder
  • 1 tablespoonGaram Masala
  • to tasteSalt
  • 0.5 lemonLemon Juice

For Thecha

  • 10-12 clovesGarlic
  • 8-10Green Chillies
  • to tasteSalt
  • 1-2 tablespoonsOil

For Cooking

  • 2-3 tablespoonsOil
  • 1 medium (thinly sliced)Onion
  • 2 tablespoons (chopped)Fresh Coriander

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. 1.Marinate the Chicken

    In a bowl, add the 250 grams of boneless chicken. Add 0.5 teaspoon of turmeric powder, 1 tablespoon of coriander powder, 1 tablespoon of garam masala, salt to taste, and the juice of half a lemon. Mix all ingredients thoroughly to coat the chicken. Set aside to marinate for 10 to 15 minutes.

  2. 2.Prepare the Thecha Paste

    In a blender, combine 10-12 cloves of garlic, 8-10 green chilies, salt to taste, and 1-2 tablespoons of oil. Blend until you achieve a coarse paste. This spicy chutney is now ready.

  3. 3.Lightly Fry the Chicken

    Heat 2-3 tablespoons of oil in a pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the marinated chicken pieces to the pan. Fry the chicken lightly until it is partially cooked and slightly browned on all sides.

  4. 4.Add Onions

    Add the thinly sliced medium onion to the pan with the chicken. Sauté the onions along with the chicken until they soften and become translucent. The onions will help balance the spiciness of the dish.

  5. 5.Incorporate Thecha and Cook

    Add 2-3 tablespoons of the prepared thecha paste to the chicken and onion mixture in the pan. Mix everything thoroughly, ensuring the chicken pieces are well coated with the spicy paste. Continue to cook for 3-4 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the thecha to cook through.

  6. 6.Garnish and Serve

    Taste the chicken thecha and adjust salt if necessary. Finally, sprinkle generously with fresh chopped coriander. The delicious and spicy chicken thecha is now ready to be served.

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Chicken Thecha - Spicy Indian Starter

Ready in

30 mins

Cuisine

Indian · Maharashtrian

Prep Time

15 min

Cook Time

15 min

Serving

2 People

Calories / Serving

~280 kcal
Recipe by SPICE DHAMAL on YouTube
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  1. 1

    Marinate the Chicken

    In a bowl, add the 250 grams of boneless chicken. Add 0.5 teaspoon of turmeric powder, 1 tablespoon of coriander powder, 1 tablespoon of garam masala, salt to taste, and the juice of half a lemon. Mix all ingredients thoroughly to coat the chicken. Set aside to for .

  2. 2

    Prepare the Thecha Paste

    In a blender, combine 10-12 cloves of garlic, 8-10 green chilies, salt to taste, and 1-2 tablespoons of oil. Blend until you achieve a coarse paste. This spicy chutney is now ready.

  3. 3

    Lightly Fry the Chicken

    Heat 2-3 tablespoons of oil in a pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the chicken pieces to the pan. Fry the chicken lightly until it is partially cooked and slightly browned on all sides.

  4. 4

    Add Onions

    Add the thinly sliced medium onion to the pan with the chicken. the onions along with the chicken until they soften and become translucent. The onions will help balance the spiciness of the dish.

  5. 5

    Incorporate Thecha and Cook

    Add 2-3 tablespoons of the prepared thecha paste to the chicken and onion mixture in the pan. Mix everything thoroughly, ensuring the chicken pieces are well coated with the spicy paste. Continue to cook for , allowing the flavors to meld and the thecha to cook through.

  6. 6

    Garnish and Serve

    Taste the chicken thecha and adjust salt if necessary. Finally, sprinkle generously with fresh chopped coriander. The delicious and spicy chicken thecha is now ready to be served.

Before You Cook

Helpful details before you start
Spice LevelHot
Garam masala · Green chili · Chili paste
Ingredient SubstitutionsMissing something? View suitable alternatives.
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  • No Garam masala?

    • 1 tsp cumin + 1/2 tsp coriander + 1/4 tsp cinnamon + 1/4 tsp cardamom
  • No Lemon juice?

    • Lime juice (1:1)
    • 1/2 the amount white vinegar — In dressings, savory dishes.
  • No Garlic (fresh)?

    • 1/4 tsp garlic powder (per clove)
    • 1/2 tsp garlic granules (per clove)
  • No Onion?

    • 1 tbsp onion powder (per medium onion)
    • 3 tbsp dried minced onion
    • Shallots or leeks (1:1)
  • No Cilantro?

    • Flat-leaf parsley (1:1, milder)
    • Fresh mint (in chutneys, salads)
Ingredient Substitutions
  • No Garam masala?

    • 1 tsp cumin + 1/2 tsp coriander + 1/4 tsp cinnamon + 1/4 tsp cardamom
  • No Lemon juice?

    • Lime juice (1:1)
    • 1/2 the amount white vinegar — In dressings, savory dishes.
  • No Garlic (fresh)?

    • 1/4 tsp garlic powder (per clove)
    • 1/2 tsp garlic granules (per clove)
  • No Onion?

    • 1 tbsp onion powder (per medium onion)
    • 3 tbsp dried minced onion
    • Shallots or leeks (1:1)
  • No Cilantro?

    • Flat-leaf parsley (1:1, milder)
    • Fresh mint (in chutneys, salads)

Variations

Simple ways to adapt this recipe.

  • 1
    For a vegetarian optionDietary option

    Paneer or tofu can be used instead of chicken.

  • 2
    Add a pinch of roastedCustomise

    Add a pinch of roasted peanut powder to the thecha for an authentic Maharashtrian flavor.

Helpful Tips

Small details that can improve the final result.

  • 1
    Flavour tipAdjust the Amount of Green

    Adjust the amount of green chilies in the thecha according to your spice preference.

  • 2
    Flavour tipThe Extra Thecha Can Be

    The extra thecha can be used as a spicy chutney with your meals.

  • 3
    TipSlicing Onions Thinly Helps Them

    Slicing onions thinly helps them soften quickly and integrate well with the chicken.

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