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chicken crispy balls
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Chicken Crispy Balls

Crispy outside, juicy inside chicken snack with perfect texture balance
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Snack
Cuisine: Indian / Fusion
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken Mix

Boneless chicken (minced) – 300 g

Ginger-garlic paste – 1 tbsp

Green chilli – 1 tspOnion – 3 tbsp

Coriander leaves – 2 tbsp

Salt – ¾ tsp

Black pepper – ½ tsp

Soy sauce – 1 tsp

Red chilli flakes – ½ tsp (optional)

Binding & Coating

Cornflour – 3 tbsp

Maida – 2 tbsp

Egg – 1 (optional)

Bread crumbs – ½ cup

Method
 

  1. Prepare mixture
    Mix chicken with spices, onion, and herbs for 2–3 minutes.
  2. Add binding
    Add cornflour, maida, and egg. Mix until slightly sticky.
  3. Shape balls
    Apply oil to hands and shape into small balls.
  4. Coat
    Roll balls in breadcrumbs and press lightly.
  5. Heat oil
    Heat oil to medium (170–180°C).
  6. Fry
    Add balls gently and fry for 4–5 minutes. Turn occasionally.
  7. Final crisp
    Increase flame for last 30–40 seconds for golden crunch.

Notes

  • Oil should be medium hot (not too low)
  • Do not overcrowd while frying
  • Slightly sticky mixture gives best texture
  • Double fry for extra crispiness