Chicken Pickle
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Chicken Pickle is a savory, spicy, and profoundly aromatic North Indian meat preserve that is highly addictive. This recipe features small boneless chicken chunks deep-fried until crisp and then matured in a robust mustard oil base with aromatics like fennel and nigella. Known for its intense flavor profile and satisfying textural bite, it transforms chicken into a long-lasting gourmet treat. Its taste is savory, tangy, and moderately spicy, with the chicken pieces absorbing the rich spices right to the core. This pickle is a favorite for meat lovers and travelers alike. Best enjoyed with parathas, poori, or steamed rice.
Ingredients
Cooking Instructions
Tips & Secrets
- Frying the chicken to a very crisp state is the absolute secret to achieving a long shelf life for this pickle.
- Using small uniform cubes ensures that the spices penetrate the meat deeply and rapidly during maturation.
- Mustard oil is mandatory for the authentic pungent flavor; ensure it is heated to the smoking point before starting.
- Store the jar in a cool place and always use a dry spoon to maintain the professional quality of the preserve.
Nutritional Information(Per 1 tbsp (25g))
90 kcal
7g
6g
1g
Note: Nutritional values are professional estimates per standard serving (~200-250g / ml) and may vary based on ingredient quality and preparation methods.