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.
1
Crush the garlic.
- Garlic: 5 piece
2
Pour oil into a deep heated pan and add chili flakes.
- Chili flakes: 0.5 teaspoon
3
Fry the garlic on all sides, then remove it.
- Garlic: 5 piece
4
Place the legs in fragrant oil.
- Chicken drumsticks: 9 pieces
5
Add seasoning for the chicken.
- Chicken seasoning: 1.5 teaspoon
6
Flip after 4 minutes.
7
Season the curry.
- Curry powder: 1.5 teaspoon
8
Cut the leek into thick rings (about 1.5–2 cm).
9
When the chicken is browned on all sides, reduce the heat.
10
Add onion to the chicken.
- Leek: 60 g
11
Season with chili pepper and salt, mix.
- Chili flakes: 0.5 teaspoon
- Salt: to taste
12
Cover with a lid and cook for about 7 more minutes.