Indian Popcorn Chicken
Main Ingredients
For Frying
Step-by-Step Instructions
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Prepare the Chicken Mixture
In a blender, add the roughly chopped onions, green chillies, salt to taste, gram flour, chilli powder, garam masala powder, coriander leaves, ginger-garlic paste, and chicken. Blend all ingredients until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Transfer and Rest
Carefully remove the blade from the blender and transfer the smooth chicken mixture into a bowl. Set the paste aside.
Heat Oil for Frying
Heat oil in a deep pan or kadai on medium heat, ensuring there is enough oil for deep frying.
Fry the Popcorn Chicken
Once the oil is hot, drop small portions of the chicken mixture into the hot oil using a spoon. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking. Fry the chicken pieces until they turn golden brown and crisp.
Drain and Serve
Using a slotted spoon, remove the fried popcorn chicken from the oil and drain them on absorbent paper to remove excess oil. Continue this process with the remaining mixture. Serve the Indian popcorn chicken hot with ketchup or chutney.
Before You Cook
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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)
No Garam masala?
- 1 tsp cumin + 1/2 tsp coriander + 1/4 tsp cinnamon + 1/4 tsp cardamom
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