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Title: Spicy Fried Chicken
Post by: BeezeeBee on February 23, 2014, 12:52:39 am
In Malaysia - a land blessed with diverse and delicious food - Nasi Kandar restaurants are very popular. Many are open 24 x 7. We would go there for breakfasts of roti canai with dhall curry, or for lunches and dinners of rice with an array of different curries. The food is largely Indian food with some Malay influences.

One of the favourites at Nasi Kandar places is the Spicy Fried Chicken. Tasty, aromatic chicken marinated in a blend of spices. Try it :)  Recipe linked to airfryer times list (http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?topic=14903.msg341490#msg341490) JD.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/02/23/myhuduvu.jpg)

INGREDIENTS

1.5 kg chicken, chopped into 12 pieces
Oil, for deep frying (omit if using airfryer)

Spice paste:
2 tbsp honey
2 onions, quartered
2.5 cm ginger
2 cloves garlic
2 tsp chilli powder
1 tbsp meat curry powder
1 tsp turmeric powder
2 tsp salt, or to taste
2 sprigs curry leaves

STEPS
Blend spice paste ingredients. Speed 8, 30 secs. Repeat until you get a paste.

Marinade chicken for at least 8 hours.

If deep-frying, fry in a wok over medium heat until crispy.

If airfrying, fry bone-in pieces in preheated machine 200C,10 mins. 150C, 10 mins. Another 2-5 mins 180C to get nicer colour, if necessary. Baste with leftover paste each time you check on the chicken. I did that every 5 mins.

Airfry boneless pieces at 140C, 8 mins. 180C 6-8 mins. Spray with oil before frying. Baste at regular intervals.

Recipe adapted from "Famous Street Food of Penang"

members' comments

CP - Mmmn this is soooo delicious. I baked a couple of pieces for one person in a dish in the oven 180oC / 40 mins. Coated vegies in some garlic infused olive oil and a couple of drips over the chicken. I used chicken with the skin on so it already has some fat to cook in. I'll freeze the rest of my chicken for later. Fingerlickin good BZB - thank you.

CC - Here is the link to the Malaysian Meat Curry Powder (http://www.spiciefoodie.com/2009/10/02/malaysian-meat-curry-powder-2/). Happy Cooking.

courton - I made this dish and it was devoured by all. I found some of the thigh fillets were a bit uncooked and so I cooked it for 4 minutes longer. Thanks for another great recipe BZB.


Title: Re: Spicy Fried Chicken
Post by: CreamPuff63 on February 23, 2014, 01:29:58 am
BZB I was just about to go to the shop to see if I could find some curry leaves, and then I saw meat curry powder. What's that? Normal curry powder off a supermarket shelf or a specialty Asian one?
Title: Re: Spicy Fried Chicken
Post by: judydawn on February 23, 2014, 01:32:12 am
Thanks for the recipe BZB, your food is amazing and I love the stories you preface each authentic recipe with.
Title: Re: Spicy Fried Chicken
Post by: BeezeeBee on February 23, 2014, 01:52:02 am
CP I use Baba's meat curry powder. There's another one for fish. I get it from an Asian grocery store.
Title: Re: Spicy Fried Chicken
Post by: JulieO on February 23, 2014, 07:27:39 am
Thank you Bee!  Another one on the list to try.  ;D
Title: Re: Spicy Fried Chicken
Post by: cookie1 on February 23, 2014, 07:41:50 am
I can't wait to try this one after the Golden Fragrant Chicken was so enjoyed by us all. Thanks BZB.
Title: Re: Spicy Fried Chicken
Post by: mrsb on February 23, 2014, 08:28:20 am
CP I use Baba's meat curry powder. There's another one for fish. I get it from an Asian grocery store.

Bzb would you mind listing the ingredients (on packet) for the meat curry powder?
Title: Re: Spicy Fried Chicken
Post by: CreamPuff63 on February 23, 2014, 08:59:01 am
coriander, chilli, cumin, fennel, tumeric, dhal, pepper, cinnamon, cardamom, star anise, cloves and other spices.
No MSG, additives or preservatives. 100% natural ingredients. Made from clean dry spices. A cholesterol free food. $2.15 for a huge packet.
Title: Re: Spicy Fried Chicken
Post by: Cornish Cream on February 23, 2014, 09:42:44 am
This looks soooo good BZB 8) I must look for the brand of curry powder you use here. ;)
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Post by: Itsnotartitsdinner on February 23, 2014, 10:28:50 am
Yum will try when Philip returns Bzb :)
Title: Re: Spicy Fried Chicken
Post by: Kimmyh on February 23, 2014, 10:43:05 am
Yummy BZB and thanks for sharing with a story too. I'm off to find the curry powder too.
Title: Re: Spicy Fried Chicken
Post by: CreamPuff63 on February 23, 2014, 11:18:27 am
I'm going to try baking in the oven. I had thought maybe par steam in the Varoma and then crisped up in the oven.  Whats your thoughts BZB or just do it all in the oven?
Title: Re: Spicy Fried Chicken
Post by: BeezeeBee on February 23, 2014, 11:41:25 am
CP, I have never tried that technique before. Cooked this chicken for the first time yesterday. Sorry I can't be of much help :(
Title: Re: Spicy Fried Chicken
Post by: BeezeeBee on February 23, 2014, 12:08:27 pm
CP, on second thoughts, I'd make it in the oven if it was me :)
Title: Re: Spicy Fried Chicken
Post by: CreamPuff63 on February 23, 2014, 02:05:09 pm
Ok, marinating tonight. Will cook fir dinner tomorrow
Title: Re: Spicy Fried Chicken
Post by: Halex on February 23, 2014, 08:46:19 pm
This looks great. Will look for meat curry powder. Which Asian shop did you buy it from?

H :)
Title: Re: Spicy Fried Chicken
Post by: JulieO on February 23, 2014, 09:40:26 pm
If anyone has trouble sourcing the curry powder, you can buy from here.

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Authentic-Malaysian-Spice-Mix-Babas-Meat-Fish-Curry-Powder-/321328698751?pt=AU_Food&hash=item4ad0aed57f&_uhb=1
Title: Re: Spicy Fried Chicken
Post by: BeezeeBee on February 23, 2014, 11:49:28 pm
This looks great. Will look for meat curry powder. Which Asian shop did you buy it from?

H :)
Hally, I bought at Willetton Seafood, High Rd. But I'm quite sure u can find it at the Asian groceries in Myaree like Chan Bros (same owner as the High Rd shop)
Title: Re: Spicy Fried Chicken
Post by: Halex on February 24, 2014, 12:18:17 am
Thanks Jukieo, now I know what I am looking for.

Thks BZB, didnt know they were the same owners.

When are you & cookie meeting at gc? i might gatecrash seeing as I live within walking distance :)
Title: Re: Spicy Fried Chicken
Post by: BeezeeBee on February 24, 2014, 02:07:31 am
Sounds like a plan, Hally. Waiting for Bedlam to come up with her new car :D
Title: Re: Spicy Fried Chicken
Post by: CreamPuff63 on February 24, 2014, 11:13:40 am
Mmmn this is soooo delicious  :P I baked a couple of pieces for one person in a dish in the oven 180oC / 40 mins. Coated vegies in some garlic infused  OO and a couple of drips over the chicken. I used chicken with the skin on so it already has some fat to cook in. I'll freeze the rest of my chicken for later. Fingerlickin good BZB - thank you  :-*
Title: Re: Spicy Fried Chicken
Post by: BeezeeBee on February 24, 2014, 12:18:59 pm
Happy that you enjoyed it, CP :)
Title: Re: Spicy Fried Chicken
Post by: CreamPuff63 on February 24, 2014, 12:41:13 pm
Presentation sucks, but the smell made me dump everything on the plate so I could devour it. Photo only taken for posterity and doesn't do it justice
Title: Re: Spicy Fried Chicken
Post by: Cornish Cream on February 24, 2014, 01:15:06 pm
I'm definitely doing to try this.I even found a recipe to make the Meat Curry Powder. :D
Title: Re: Spicy Fried Chicken
Post by: JulieO on February 24, 2014, 09:54:53 pm
Cornish, please share your curry powder recipe if you can.  I have heaps left of the bought one, but would love a recipe for future use.  :D
Title: Re: Spicy Fried Chicken
Post by: achookwoman on February 24, 2014, 10:04:54 pm
Thanks BZB.  I will certainly try this one.  I know mt DS and family would also love this one. 
As an after thought.  I don't know why you bother with my KFC when you can produce such yummy chicken dishes.  !!
Title: Re: Spicy Fried Chicken
Post by: Halex on February 24, 2014, 11:13:33 pm
I'm definitely doing to try this.I even found a recipe to make the Meat Curry Powder. :D

Yes please CC, I probably have all the ingredients :)
Title: Re: Spicy Fried Chicken
Post by: BeezeeBee on February 25, 2014, 04:41:08 am
Thanks BZB.  I will certainly try this one.  I know mt DS and family would also love this one. 
As an after thought.  I don't know why you bother with my KFC when you can produce such yummy chicken dishes.  !!

Gotta get your KFC right, Chookie. My boys loved them, even the stuffed up versions :) they have asked me to make it again. I was the only one who was upset :D
Title: Re: Spicy Fried Chicken
Post by: Cornish Cream on February 25, 2014, 09:09:06 am
Here is the link to the Malaysian Meat Curry Powder. (http://www.spiciefoodie.com/2009/10/02/malaysian-meat-curry-powder-2/) Happy Cooking  :D
Title: Re: Spicy Fried Chicken
Post by: JulieO on February 25, 2014, 09:49:42 pm
Thanks so much for that link Cornish, looks like a nice blog to have a look around too.  Will make some once the bought lot has been used up.   :D
Title: Re: Spicy Fried Chicken
Post by: courton on February 25, 2014, 10:54:33 pm
I made this dish last night and it was devoured by all. I found some of the thigh fillets were a bit uncooked and so I cooked it for 4 minutes longer. Thanks for another great recipe BZB.
Title: Re: Spicy Fried Chicken
Post by: judydawn on February 25, 2014, 11:59:44 pm
Yes, an easy recipe to make - I have all those ingredients in the spice drawers as I'm sure a lot of others do too.
Title: Re: Spicy Fried Chicken
Post by: BeezeeBee on February 26, 2014, 05:28:12 am
Happy dance :) Thanks for trying, Courton. Which temp did you cook the the extra 4 mins, and for how many pcs. I've got to modify the recipe. Can't have undercooked chicken. Eeks!
Title: Re: Spicy Fried Chicken
Post by: courton on February 26, 2014, 05:29:59 am
I had it at 180 but don't worry about modifying the recipe. The time depends on the thickness of the chicken meat.
Title: Re: Spicy Fried Chicken
Post by: mrsb on February 26, 2014, 08:12:08 am
Thanks CP for ingredients. I'm looking forward to it but have run out of chicken this week.
Title: Re: Spicy Fried Chicken
Post by: jeninwa on February 26, 2014, 08:27:03 am
I have this marinating in the fridge, realized that I had added  golden syrup instead of honey when I went to add the second tablespoon oooops.
Title: Re: Spicy Fried Chicken
Post by: BeezeeBee on February 26, 2014, 08:31:40 am
Should still be good, Jen :)