Punjabi-Style Chicken Lollipop Recipe

Punjabi-style chicken lollipop presents a delightful and flavourful variation of the traditional appetizer. Infused with robust Punjabi spices, these lollipops are expertly coated to achieve an ideal crunch and fried to a beautiful golden hue, ensuring they are a favourite among guests. Whether you are organizing a gathering or simply seeking a taste of desi indulgence, this dish is sure to satisfy. Accompany it with a tangy chutney or a zesty dip, and observe how quickly it vanishes!

🔥 Prep Time: 20 minutes

🔥 Marination Time: 2 hours

🔥 Cooking Time: 20 minutes

🔥 Serves: 4

Ingredients:

For the Chicken Lollipop:

12 chicken lollipop pieces (drumettes or winglets)

Oil for deep frying

For the First Marination:

1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste

1 tbsp lemon juice

1 tsp salt

1 tsp Kashmiri red chili powder

For the Second Marination:

2 tbsp gram flour (besan)

2 tbsp cornflour

2 tbsp all-purpose flour (Maida)

1 egg

1 tbsp thick curd

1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste

1 tsp garam masala

1 tsp chaat masala

1 tsp Kashmiri red chili powder

½ tsp turmeric powder

1 tbsp kasuri methi (dried fenugreek leaves)

Salt to taste

Water as needed (for batter consistency)

For Punjabi-style Tossing Sauce:

2 tbsp oil

1 tbsp butter

1 tbsp ginger (finely chopped)

1 tbsp garlic (finely chopped)

2 green chilies (slit)

1 tbsp red chili sauce

1 tbsp tomato ketchup

1 tbsp soy sauce

1 tsp vinegar

1 tsp honey

1 tbsp fresh coriander (chopped)

1 tbsp spring onion greens (chopped)

Instructions:

Step 1: Marinate the Chicken

Clean and pat dry the chicken lollipop pieces.

Mix all ingredients for the first marination and coat the chicken well. Let it rest for 15-20 minutes.

In a bowl, mix all ingredients for the second marination into a smooth, thick batter. Add little water if needed.

Coat the marinated chicken lollipops in this batter and let it rest for at least 2 hours for better flavour.

Step 2: Deep Fry the Chicken

Heat oil in a deep pan or kadai over medium heat.

Fry the lollipops in batches until golden brown and crispy.

Remove and drain excess oil on paper towels.

Step 3: Prepare the Punjabi-style Sauce

In a pan, heat oil and butter. Add chopped ginger, garlic, and green chilies. Sauté until aromatic.

Add red chili sauce, ketchup, soy sauce, vinegar, and honey. Mix well.

Toss in the fried chicken lollipops and coat them evenly with the sauce.

Garnish with fresh coriander and spring onions.

🔥 Serve hot with mint chutney, sliced onions, and lemon wedges!

🔥 Pair it with masala chai or a chilled Punjabi lassi for a fun twist!

Enjoy your spicy, crispy, and full-of-flavour Punjabi Chicken Lollipops! 

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