Chicken 65 is a popular Indian snack or starter that originated in Chennai, India. It is a spicy and crispy fried chicken dish that is typically served with lemon wedges, sliced onions, and mint-coriander chutney. The dish is said to have been created in the 1960s by a popular hotelier in Chennai, who wanted to make a quick, spicy snack to serve to his customers.
The name “Chicken 65” is said to come from the number of chilies that were used in the original recipe. However, there are also many other theories about the origin of the name. Some say that it was named after the year 1965 when the dish was first created, while others say that it was named after the 65th item on the menu of the restaurant where it was first served.
Regardless of its name, Chicken 65 is a delicious and popular dish that is enjoyed by many. Here is a recipe for making it at home:
Ingredients:
- 1 lb boneless chicken pieces, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
- 1 tbsp red chili powder
- 1 tbsp coriander powder
- 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tbsp garam masala
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp corn flour
- 1 tbsp rice flour
- Salt to taste
- Oil for deep frying
Instructions:
- In a bowl, mix together the chicken pieces, ginger-garlic paste, red chili powder, coriander powder, turmeric powder, garam masala, lemon juice, and salt.
- Add the corn flour and rice flour to the chicken mixture and mix well to coat the chicken pieces evenly.
- Heat oil in a deep frying pan. Once the oil is hot, add the chicken pieces in small batches and fry until golden brown and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- Serve hot with lemon wedges, sliced onions, and mint-coriander chutney.
Enjoy your homemade Chicken 65!
