Chef Meherwan Irani's Parsi-style fried chicken is first marinated with an aromatic mix of ginger, garlic, chiles, and spices then dredged in flour and dipped in fluffy beaten egg for a crispy, golden crust. Basting the chicken while it cooks helps to crisp the outside while keeping the inside juicy and evenly cooked. He serves this dish with a quick slaw of shredded cabbage and carrots, chopped cilantro, and healthy dashes of vinegar and lime juice.
1 (14-ounce) bag coleslaw mix (shredded cabbage and carrots)
½ teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon granulated sugar
2 tablespoons maple vinegar or rice vinegar
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
¼ cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro leaves and stems, plus sprigs for serving
1 to 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 small Thai green chiles or 1 serrano chile, seeded and coarsely chopped
4 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped
1 tablespoon toasted and ground cumin seeds
2 teaspoons turmeric powder
1 teaspoon Kashmiri chile powder or ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
1 2-inch piece peeled ginger, coarsely chopped
1 teaspoon kosher salt
4 large boneless skinless chicken thighs
2 large eggs
1 cup all-purpose flour, or more if needed
Vegetable oil, for frying
Sliced red onion, for garnish
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