Chicken cutlets are delicious and crispy snacks made with minced chicken and a blend of spices. They are perfect for parties or as a tea-time snack. Here is a recipe for chicken cutlets:
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Ready Time: 50 minutes
Ingredients:
- 500 grams boneless chicken, minced
- 2 medium potatoes, boiled and mashed
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 green chilies, finely chopped
- 2 teaspoons ginger-garlic paste
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- Salt to taste
- 2 eggs, beaten
- Bread crumbs, for coating
- Oil for frying
Instructions:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the minced chicken, mashed potatoes, chopped onion, green chilies, ginger-garlic paste, red chili powder, garam masala, turmeric powder, lemon juice, fresh cilantro, and salt. Mix well to combine all the ingredients.
- Take a small portion of the mixture and shape it into a round or oval cutlet. Repeat the process with the remaining mixture.
- Dip each cutlet in beaten eggs and then coat it with bread crumbs, ensuring it is evenly coated on all sides. Set aside the coated cutlets on a plate.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully place the coated cutlets in the pan. Fry them until they turn golden brown and crispy on both sides. Flip the cutlets occasionally for even frying.
- Remove the cutlets from the pan using a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel to remove excess oil.
- Repeat the process with the remaining cutlets until all are fried.
- Serve the chicken cutlets hot with ketchup, mint chutney, or your favorite dipping sauce.
Note: You can adjust the spice levels according to your preference. You can also add other ingredients like grated carrots, peas, or corn to the mixture for added flavor and texture.
This recipe makes approximately 10-12 chicken cutlets. Adjust the quantity of ingredients based on your requirements. Enjoy the crispy and flavorful chicken cutlets!
