Mangalore Chicken Ghee Roast
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Mangalore Chicken Ghee Roast
Authentic South India · Restaurant Style

Mangalore Chicken Ghee Roast Recipe

Non-Veg📍South India🍽️Lunch & Dinner⏱️30 mins⚡Advanced👥Serves 4Chicken
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Mangalore Chicken Ghee Roast is an authentic South India Chicken celebrated for its traditional flavors. Made with 11 metric-measured ingredients (including Chicken (Curry cut or Boneless), Pure Desi Ghee, Curd / Yogurt, Byadagi Dry Red Chilies, Coriander Seeds & Cumin), this recipe takes approximately 30 mins to prepare and serves 4. On Shopvora, you can scale servings and order all ingredients in one click directly to your Swiggy Instamart cart for 10-15 minute doorstep delivery.

Ingredients for Mangalore Chicken Ghee Roast

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1
Chicken (Curry cut or Boneless)
750 g
2
Pure Desi Ghee
5 tbsp
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3
Curd / Yogurt
1/2 cup
4
Byadagi Dry Red Chilies
10 pieces
5
Coriander Seeds & Cumin
2 tbsp + 1 tsp
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6
Black Peppercorns & Fennel
1 tsp each
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7
Tamarind Pulp
2 tbsp
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8
Garlic Cloves
8 cloves
9
Jaggery
1 tsp
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10
Curry Leaves
2 sprigs
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Salt
1 tsp
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Marinate chicken with thick curd, turmeric, lemon juice, and salt for 45 minutes.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1
Marinate chicken with thick curd, turmeric, lemon juice, and salt for 45 minutes.
2
Dry roast Byadagi chilies, Guntur chilies, coriander seeds, cumin, fennel, black peppercorns, and fenugreek seeds until aromatic. Grind with garlic and tamarind pulp into a thick red paste.
3
Heat 2 tbsp desi ghee in a heavy pan, sear chicken on high flame until half-cooked; set aside.
4
In the same pan, melt remaining 3 tbsp ghee. Add the red spice paste and roast on medium-low flame for 10-12 minutes until ghee separates.
5
Add seared chicken, jaggery, and curry leaves. Toss vigorously in the ghee roast masala until chicken is tender and coated in a dark, glossy glaze.
6
Garnish with crisp curry leaves and serve hot with Neer Dosa or Appam.
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Chef's Secrets & Pro Cooking Tips

Professional culinary techniques for restaurant-quality Mangalore Chicken Ghee Roast at home

1

Two-Stage Marination Magic

First marinate chicken with ginger-garlic paste, lemon juice, and salt for 20 minutes to tenderize the fibers. Then introduce spiced hung curd for rich, deep flavor penetration.

2

Brown the Onions (Bhunao Process)

Take your time browning the onions to a deep golden amber. The slow caramelization forms the foundational flavor base and rich color of authentic Indian meat gravies.

3

Simmer on Low Flame for Juicy Meat

Keep the heat on gentle low-medium once the liquid is added. Rapid boiling contracts muscle fibers and dries out poultry meat.

🥗Nutritional Breakdown

Estimated nutritional facts per serving (based on 4 servings)

Nutrient Dense
Calories
404kcal
18% DV
Protein
36g
72% DV
Carbs
22g
8% DV
Fat
20g
26% DV
Fiber
4g
14% DV
Sodium
504mg
22% DV

* Percent Daily Values (% DV) are based on a 2,000-calorie reference diet. Actual nutritional requirements may differ based on age, gender, and physical activity level.

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Culinary Tags

#Ghee Roast#Mangalore#Chicken#Spicy#Coastal#South Indian
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Frequently Asked Questions & Cooking Guide

Answers to common questions about preparing, storing, and customizing Mangalore Chicken Ghee Roast

Allow the prepared Mangalore Chicken Ghee Roast to cool completely to room temperature. Transfer into an airtight glass or BPA-free container and refrigerate at 4°C or below for up to 3 to 4 days. Reheat gently in a covered pan over low heat or microwave with a splash of water to restore authentic moisture and aroma.

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