How to Make Chicken 65 - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chicken 65 is a popular and spicy Indian dish that is known for its fiery flavor and crispy texture. This dish is believed to have originated in Chennai, India, and it has since become a favorite in Indian households and restaurants around the world. Chicken 65 is typically made with boneless chicken pieces that are marinated in a blend of spices, then deep-fried to create a delicious and addictive appetizer or main dish.

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into 3/4-inch pieces
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 ½ tablespoons minced garlic, divided
  • 1 tablespoon minced ginger, divided
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • vegetable oil for frying
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 2 serrano peppers, sliced into 1/4-inch pieces
  • 2 tablespoons cumin powder
  • 1 tablespoon chile powder, or less to taste
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • salt to taste
  • 6 fresh curry leaves, or more to taste
  • 1 ½ tablespoons red chile-garlic paste
  • 1 tablespoon ginger paste
  • 5 drops red food coloring, or more as needed
  • ½ cup water
  • ¾ cup chopped fresh cilantro

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Place chicken in a medium bowl. Add egg, cornstarch, 1/2 of the minced garlic, 1/2 of the minced ginger, salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Mix until chicken is completely coated.
  • Heat oil in a deep skillet and fry chicken pieces until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 7 to 10 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Set fried chicken aside.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a second skillet over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and cook until crackling, about 1 minute. Add remaining garlic, remaining ginger, serrano peppers, cumin, chile powder, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and salt. Add curry leaves and stir to combine. Add chile-garlic paste, ginger paste, and red food coloring. Stir to create a paste. Add water to thin paste slightly.
  • Add fried chicken to the the skillet and toss to coat thoroughly. Stir in cilantro.
  • Nutrition

    316 cal.

    • Total Fat: 17g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 105mg
    • Sodium: 1334mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 13g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 27g
    • Vitamin C: 5mg
    • Calcium: 99mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 400mg