KFC Style Chicken

 Ingredients

1kg Chicken Pieces ( wash and clean without removing the skin)

Milk Mixture

1 cup milk

1 tsp black pepper

1 tsp salt

1 egg

1 tsp garlic powder

Flour Rub

1 cup flour

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp onion powder

1 tsp paprika

1 tsp salt

1 tsp black pepper

1 tsp white pepper

1 tsp mustard powder

1 tsp mixed herbs

1 tsp oregano

Method

• Add black pepper, garlic powder,egg and salt to the milk and mix well
•  Add chicken pieces to milk mixture
• Allow to sit for 1 hour or more
• Mix all the ingredients for flour mixture together
• Thoroughly coat each piece of chicken in the flour mixture
• Dip chicken again in the milk and then coat 1 more time in the flour mixture (this allows the chicken coating to be thick and crispy when it is fried)
• Deep fry chicken for 15 to 20 minutes, until golden brown and fully cooked

*Serve with mash and gravy and french fries

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Mash and Gravy

 

Ingredients

4 Potatoes

1 chicken stock cube

1 beef stock cube

1 tsp black pepper

Salt to taste

2 tbsp flour

3 tbsp butter

1 cup boiling water

For The Mash

Boil potatoes until soft , mash with a fork and add 2 tbsp milk and salt to taste

For The Gravy

• place butter in a saucepan on medium heat , add flour and form a roux
• dissolve stock cubes in the boiling water and add to flour mixture, mix well
• add black pepper and salt to taste
• ( add more water should you wish your gravy to be of a weaker consistency)

* Serve with roasts, steaks or fried chicken

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Kolkutter/ South Indian Prayer Snack

This sweet snack is served as an offering to Goddess Laxmi during laxmi prayers as well as to Goddess Kali during Porridge Prayers 

Ingredients:

- 1 cup rice flour

- 1 cup condensed milk

- 1/2 cup desiccated coconut

- 1/4 cup almonds, chopped or sliced

- Rama butter (ghee) for frying

 1 tsp elachi powder

Instructions:

1. In a heavy-bottomed pan, heat a tablespoon of rama butter (ghee) on low heat.

2. Add the rice flour to the pan and stir continuously to roast it gently. Keep the flame low to prevent burning. Roast the rice flour until it turns golden brown and gives off a nutty aroma. This will take around 5-7 minutes. Remove the roasted rice flour from the pan and let it cool.

3. In the same pan, add another tablespoon of rama butter (ghee) and lightly toast the chopped or sliced almonds until they become golden and fragrant. Set aside the toasted almonds.

4. In a mixing bowl, combine the roasted rice flour, desiccated coconut,elachi powder and toasted almonds.

5. Pour the condensed milk into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Mix everything together until well combined. The mixture should come together to form a dough-like consistency.

6. Take small portions of the mixture and shape them into finger-like structures, similar to thin cylindrical sticks.

10. Serve the delicious South Indian Kolkutter as a sweet and crunchy delight to relish with family and friends. Store any leftover kolkutter in an airtight container to retain its crispiness.

The South Indian Kolkutter is a delightful treat loved by all ages. With the rich flavors of roasted rice flour, the creamy sweetness of condensed milk, the nutty crunch of almonds, and the delightful touch of desiccated coconut, it brings a burst of flavors and textures to your taste buds. Whether served during festivals, special occasions, or enjoyed as an afternoon snack, the Kolkutter is sure to leave everyone wanting more. Enjoy the delectable goodness of this traditional South Indian delicacy and savor the love and warmth it brings to your celebrations.

Vadda / Vede / Vadde

Ingredients:

- 1 cup pea dhall (yellow split peas)

- 1 teaspoon jeera seeds (cumin seeds)

- 2-3 dry red chillies (adjust to taste)

- 1-inch piece of ginger, peeled

- 3-4 garlic cloves, peeled

- 2-3 green chillies (adjust to spice preference)

- Handful of fresh coriander leaves, chopped

- 1 shallot, finely chopped

- 1 small onion, diced

- A pinch of hing (asafoetida)

- Fine salt, to taste

- Banana leaves (or parchment paper) for flattening vaddas

vegetable oil for frying

Instructions:

1. Rinse the pea dhall thoroughly and soak it in water overnight or for at least 6 hours.

2. Drain the soaked pea dhall and add it to a food processor or blender.

3. To the food processor, add jeera seeds, dry red chillies, ginger, garlic, and green chillies. Grind the mixture to a coarse paste without adding water. The mixture should be soft and pliable.

4. Transfer the ground mixture to a mixing bowl.

5. Add chopped fresh coriander, finely chopped shallot, diced onion, hing, and fine salt to the bowl with the ground mixture.

6. Mix all the ingredients together until well combined, using your hands to form a smooth dough-like consistency.

7. Take small portions of the dough and roll them into small balls, then flatten each ball using the back of a spoon or your fingers.

8. Place a banana leaf or parchment paper on a flat surface and place the flattened vaddas on it.

9. In a deep frying pan or kadai, heat rama butter (ghee) or vegetable oil on medium heat.

10. Once the oil is hot, carefully slide a few vaddas into the hot oil and fry them until they turn golden brown and crispy on both sides. Fry them in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.

11. Using a slotted spoon, remove the fried vaddas from the oil and place them on a paper towel to drain any excess oil.

12. Serve the savory and crunchy South Indian Vadda or Vede with chutney or sambar as a delicious snack or appetizer.

The South Indian Vadda or Vede is a flavorful and crispy delicacy that perfectly complements a cup of tea or coffee. The combination of ground lentils and aromatic spices creates a burst of savory flavors that are sure to delight your taste buds. Whether served during festive occasions or as an evening snack, these savory lentil fritters are bound to become a favorite among family and friends. Enjoy the tradition and taste of South India with this delectable vadda recipe!

Gulgoola - Sweet and Fluffy Fritters

Ingredients:

- 1 cup self-raising flour

- 1 cup whole wheat flour

- 1/2 cup desiccated coconut

- 1/2 cup sugar (adjust to taste)

- 1/2 cup milk

- 2 tablespoons rama butter 

- Vegetable oil for deep frying

Instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the self-raising flour, whole wheat flour, desiccated coconut, and sugar. Mix the dry ingredients well to ensure even distribution.

2. Add the melted rama butter (ghee) to the dry mixture and mix it thoroughly. The butter will help to bind the ingredients together and add a rich flavor to the gulgoola.

3. Gradually add the milk to the mixture while stirring continuously. Mix until you achieve a smooth and thick batter. The consistency should be similar to that of pancake batter.

4. Cover the batter with a clean cloth and let it rest for about 10-15 minutes. Resting the batter allows the flavors to meld, resulting in a more flavorful gulgoola.

5. In a deep frying pan or kadai, heat vegetable oil on medium heat for deep frying the gulgoola.

6. Once the oil is hot, use a spoon or your hands to drop small portions of the batter into the hot oil. Fry the gulgoola in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.

7. Fry the gulgoola until they turn golden brown and crispy on all sides. Use a slotted spoon to remove them from the oil and place them on a paper towel to drain any excess oil.

8. Serve the sweet and fluffy gulgoola as a delightful dessert or snack. They can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature.

Gulgoola is a beloved traditional sweet in South India, and this recipe brings out its delightful flavors and texture. The combination of self-raising flour, whole wheat flour, desiccated coconut, and sugar creates a delectable treat that is sure to be a hit with both kids and adults. The use of rama butter (ghee) adds a luscious touch to the fritters, while deep frying them in vegetable oil ensures they achieve the perfect golden brown and crispy exterior. Enjoy these sweet and fluffy gulgoola with your loved ones on any occasion or as a special treat to savor the rich flavors of South India.