Crispy Chicken Pakora / Chicken Fritters

Lets go for a crispy chicken pakora / Chicken fritters because won’t you agree that chicken is something which tastes good in any form.

One more quick and easy snack for you to pin down in your recipe collection.

I like to be a good host and I love cooking for my family and friends even on a short notice but the problem is I go into a frozen state. Don’t you?.

Its like my brain has shut down and

I am not able to think of any quick fixes and I really hate that. To tackle this I thought I will maintain a file and categorize the recipes so that I can access it quickly, but that did not work well either. I am in search of a fool proof way to do that. Please let me know if you have any.

I really admire people who can cook up something wonderful in a short time like some of my friends. I have been blogging about food for 3 years now but I admit my limitations.

Marinate the chicken pieces, keep aside for about 30 minutes to an hour if you have time or else only 15 minutes should be enough too. Then, Deep fry.

Any die hard chicken fans?, then don’t forget to check this awesome saucy baked crispy chicken wings – Its absolutely divine and one of my favorites from the blog. Since its requires baking you only have to coat the chicken and leave it on the baking tray. Bake it sometime before you are ready to serve .

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Chicken Pakoda

Prep Time

10 mins

Cook Time

15 mins

Total Time

25 mins

 

Servings: 3 -4

Author: Teena Agnel

Ingredients

• 1 pound 500 gms(1/2 kg) boneless chicken breast or thigs, cut into cubes
• MARINADE
• 1 tablespoon yogurt
• 1 teaspoon lime juice
• 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 and 1/2 teaspoon red chilly powder
• 1/4 teaspoon garam masala powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup finely chopped cilantro/coriander leaves
• BATTER
• 2 tablespoons corn flour / corn starch
• 4 tablespoons chickpea / besan flour
• 2 tablespoons oil
• 1 to 2 tablespoons water if needed
• Oil for deep frying

Instructions

1. Add the marinade ingredients to the chicken and mix well.
2. Now add the ingredients from the batter (corn flour + chickpea flour) and coat well. Use a few tablespoons of water if needed. (Add little at a time).
3. Add oil and mix well again. Cover and keep it aside for 30 minutes to an hour. (If in a hurry 15 minutes works too).
4. Heat oil in a pan on medium heat. Deep fry the chicken pieces till its golden brown.

Recipe Notes

Do not crowd the pan when frying.

Frying on medium heat ensures that the chicken cooks well on the inside.

Serve it with green chutney or your favorite sauce.