Dec 14, 2024
This south Indian chicken dish ranks third in global fried chicken list
Siddhartha JanaAs the only Indian dish in the top 10, Chicken 65, a hot South Indian speciality, came in third place in Taste Atlas's Best Fried Chicken Dishes rankings for December 2024.
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It originated in Tamil Nadu and made its debut in 1965 at Chennai's famed Buhari Hotel, yet its name and origins are still debated.
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Marinated chicken is combined with ginger-garlic paste, chilli powder, turmeric, and yoghurt to create bold, deep flavours.
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The marinated chicken is coated in gramme flour, deep-fried till golden, and then tossed with curry leaves, green chillies, and tempered mustard seeds for extra flavour.
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Variations such as spicy Indo-Chinese twists, baked or grilled versions, and vegetarian equivalents (Paneer 65, Gobi 65) have increased its popularity.
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Chicken 65 is a South Indian cultural classic that can be served as a bar snack, celebration dish or adaptable complement.
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Its continual international recognition demonstrates the global popularity of Indian culinary traditions and flavours.
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