Kerala Chicken Fry Recipe

Ingredients

• Chicken thighs or drumsticks – 1.5 pounds (skin-on, bone-in for maximum flavor)
• Salt – 1 teaspoon (adjust as per taste)
• Black peppercorns – 2 teaspoons (coarsely crushed)
• Red chili powder – 2 teaspoons (use Kashmiri chili for color)
• Turmeric powder – ½ teaspoon
• Garam masala – 1 teaspoon
• Coriander powder – 1 tablespoon
• Ginger-garlic paste – 1 tablespoon (freshly ground preferred)
• Curry leaves – 2 sprigs (fresh for aromatic flavor)
• Green chilies – 2, slit lengthwise (adds a subtle heat)
• Shallots – 8 (peeled and sliced thinly)
• Coconut oil – 3 tablespoons (preferred for its traditional flavor but vegetable oil can substitute)
• Lemon juice – 1 tablespoon (for a tangy finish)