Kodi Vepudu (Spicy Chicken Fry)

Ingredients

• Chicken: 500g, with bones, small pieces
• Onions: 2, thinly sliced
• Green Chilies: 5-6, slit
• Ginger-Garlic Paste: 1.5 tbsp
• Turmeric Powder: 1/2 tsp
• Red Chili Powder: 2 tsp
• Coriander Powder: 1 tbsp
• Garam Masala: 1 tsp
• Curry Leaves: 2 sprigs
• Oil: 3 tbsp
• Salt: to taste

Instructions

1. 1

   Marinate chicken with salt, turmeric, and half of the ginger-garlic paste for 30 minutes.

2. 2

   Heat oil in a wide pan. Add sliced onions and sauté until they turn light brown.

3. 3

   Add the remaining ginger-garlic paste, green chilies, and curry leaves. Fry for 2 minutes.

4. 4

   Add the marinated chicken pieces and cook on high heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently.

5. 5

   Add red chili powder and coriander powder. Mix well.

6. 6

   Cover and cook on low heat for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is tender. No water is needed as chicken releases its own moisture.

7. 7

   Once cooked, remove the lid, increase the heat to medium-high and fry until the chicken is well-roasted and dry. This could take 10-15 minutes.

8. 8

   Sprinkle garam masala powder, toss well, and fry for another minute.

9. 9

   Garnish with coriander leaves and serve hot as an appetizer or with rice.