Crispy Fried Chicken

An never ending demand is always there for chicken especially fried chicken. This recipe helps you make fried chicken that is very crispy outside, soft and juicy inside. The steps may look like too much but I can guaranty you that its worth the extra effort. You will definitely taste the juicy meat.
 This can be served as a starter or side dish. Even goes well as a side for biryani or any rice meal.   

INGREDIENTS :

1 lb Chicken cubes  (bone in/less)
1/2 Cup Coconut Oil (for deep frying) 

Step 1 :
1 tbsp Soy Sauce       
Few Lemon Wedges
1 tsp Salt                 
1/2 tsp Pepper Powder 
1/4 tsp Salt                    
2 Cups Water                

Step 2 :
1 tsp Ginger Garlic Paste 
1/4 tsp Turmeric Powder    
1 tblsp Lemon Juice           
1 tblsp Red Chilly Powder 
1 tsp Black Pepper          
1 tsp Fennel Seeds           
1 tsp Garam Masala         
1 tblsp Roasted Rice Flour  
1 tsp Salt                         


METHOD :
                  Clean the chicken pieces and mix the ingredients under step 1 and soak the chicken pieces in that liquid for about 20 to 30 mins. This helps retain the moisture of the chicken and helps absorb the spices into the meat.
                 Pound the fennel seeds and pepper seeds together to a coarse powder. To this add the rest of the ingredients from step 2. Now squeeze out the chicken pieces from the soaking liquid and rub this spice mixture well over the pieces to completely coat them. Check for salt in the spice mix before rubbing in to the chicken pieces and adjust according to your taste.
   Heat oil in a deep pan for about an inch or two at medium high flame.When it is hot enough reduce the flame to medium low and drop the chicken pieces in batches. Fry them stirring in between until golden brown and drain onto absorbent paper towels to take out any extra oil.
         If you plan to make ahead for parties keep them on trays in oven at 200 degrees. Squeeze lemon juice before serving which is optional. Crispy fried chicken is ready.