With the tangy flavours of lemon and a burst of spices, Parsi Chicken Farcha is a perfect addition to your parties. It is often served as a starter during the festive season, birthday parties, or family get-togethers. Mostly a North Indian cuisine, it has slowly gained a lot of popularity in all the cities of India.
Chicken Farcha Parsi Recipe can be easily spotted as street food in every nook and corner of India’s major cities. But, why go through so much trouble when you can make the dish at home?
The crunchiness on the outside and the tenderness of the chicken on the inside make it a perfect combination. Wrapped in a roti or a naan, the Chicken Farcha gives a spicy kick to every bite. Over time, this famous street food has become the favourite of many.
What is Chicken Farcha?
With a blend of cumin powder, turmeric, black pepper, and some other desi spices, Chicken Farcha makes a great starter. Chopped onion and capsicum on the side add up to the overall nutritional value of the meal. It makes use of garlic, lemon juice, and various herbs. This dish tastes best when served hot with roti or naan.
Licious Chicken Thigh
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| Prep Time | 90 minutes |
| Cook Time | 1 hour |
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- 250 g Licious Boneless Chicken Thighs
- 2 tbsp Lemon Juice
- 1 tbsp each of garlic/ginger paste
- 1/2 tsp red chilli powder
- 1/2 tsp coriander powder
- 1 tbsp garam masala
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Salt - to taste
Ingredients
For the marinade:
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- In a clean bowl, mix all ingredients for marination.
- Add chicken pieces to the mixture and keep it aside for some time. Let it rest for a good 20-30 minutes.
- Break the eggs into a clean bowl. Add red chilli powder to the eggs. Whisk all of it together.
- In a pan, heat the oil on a medium flame.
- Dip the marinated chicken in the breadcrumbs and then the egg mixture.
- Deep fry it until cooked through. For the best experience, serve hot. You can serve it with a dip or chutney.
Tips and Tricks
Do not overcook it.
Make sure the chicken is fried well.
Serving Suggestions
Sprinkle chaat masala on top for added taste. If this got you craving some chicken Farcha at home, use this recipe for Authentic Chicken Farcha. Make sure to share your version of the recipe with us on Instagram using #MadeWithLicious!