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Chicken Legs Oriental Style

3 servings

20 minutes

Eastern-style chicken legs are a fragrant and spicy dish embodying the richness of East Indian cuisine. Deep spices like curry and chili flakes give the dish a rich flavor with a hint of heat, while leeks add a gentle sweetness. The cooking process begins with sautéing garlic, which fills the oil with a rich aroma, then the chicken is browned, absorbing all the spices. The dish pairs perfectly with basmati rice or traditional flatbreads. In India, chicken dishes often symbolize the comfort of home cooking, where spices play a key role in creating harmonious flavors. It's an ideal option for those looking to immerse themselves in Eastern culinary traditions and enjoy tender, juicy chicken with spicy notes.

Chicken Legs Oriental Style
Energy value per serving
Calories
825.9kcal
Proteins
80.9grams
Fats
46.6grams
Carbohydrates
23grams
Ingredients
3servings
Garlic
5 
pc
Chili flakes
0.5 
tsp
Leek
60 
g
Curry powder
1.5 
tsp
Salt
 
to taste
Cooking steps
  • Step 1

    1

    Crush the garlic.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Garlic: 5 piece
  • Step 2

    2

    Pour oil into a deep heated pan and add chili flakes.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Chili flakes: 0.5 teaspoon
  • Step 3

    3

    Fry the garlic on all sides, then remove it.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Garlic: 5 piece
  • Step 4

    4

    Place the legs in fragrant oil.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Chicken drumsticks: 9 pieces
  • Step 5

    5

    Add seasoning for the chicken.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Chicken seasoning: 1.5 teaspoon
  • Step 6

    6

    Flip after 4 minutes.

  • Step 7

    7

    Season the curry.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Curry powder: 1.5 teaspoon
  • Step 8

    8

    Cut the leek into thick rings (about 1.5–2 cm).

  • Step 9

    9

    When the chicken is browned on all sides, reduce the heat.

  • Step 10

    10

    Add onion to the chicken.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Leek: 60 g
  • Step 11

    11

    Season with chili pepper and salt, mix.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Chili flakes: 0.5 teaspoon
    2. Salt:  to taste
  • Step 12

    12

    Cover with a lid and cook for about 7 more minutes.