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Chicken Choila (Egg-Free)

A flavorful and slightly spicy grilled chicken salad, traditionally made with eggs but here adapted to be egg-free while retaining authentic taste. Served with beaten rice (chiura).

45m4 servings
EGG-free
380 cal|35g protein|25g carbs|15g fat|3g fiber

Ingredients

  • about 680 g Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 medium Red onion
  • 1 medium Green bell pepper
  • 2 tbsp Ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 tsp Turmeric powder
  • 1-2 tsp Chili powder
  • 1 tsp Cumin powder
  • 1 tsp Coriander powder
  • 2 tbsp Mustard oil
  • 2 tbsp Lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup Fresh cilantro
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 4 cups Beaten Rice (Chiura)

Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.

Instructions

  1. 1In a medium bowl, combine the about 680 g boneless, skinless chicken thighs with the 2 tbsp ginger-garlic paste, 1 tsp turmeric powder, 1-2 tsp chili powder, 1 tsp cumin powder, 1 tsp coriander powder, and 1 tsp salt. Mix thoroughly to ensure the chicken is evenly coated. Cover the bowl and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  2. 2Prepare your grill or a large skillet for cooking. If using a grill, preheat it to medium-high heat (around about 205°C or 200°C). If using a skillet, place it over medium-high heat.
  3. 3Cook the marinated chicken for 6-8 minutes per side, or until it is cooked through and has developed some charred edges. The internal temperature should reach 74°C. Remove the chicken from the heat and let it cool slightly for about 5-10 minutes.
  4. 4Once the chicken is cool enough to handle, cut the about 680 g grilled chicken into 1.27 cm pieces.
  5. 5Finely chop the 1 medium red onion and the 1 medium green bell pepper. Measure out the 2 tbsp mustard oil and 2 tbsp lemon juice.
  6. 6In a large bowl, combine the diced chicken, chopped red onion, chopped green bell pepper, 2 tbsp mustard oil, and 2 tbsp lemon juice. Toss everything together until well mixed.
  7. 7Chop the 1/4 cup fresh cilantro. Add the chopped cilantro to the bowl with the chicken mixture and toss once more to combine.
  8. 8Prepare the 4 cups of beaten rice (chiura) according to your preferred method. Serve the chicken mixture immediately with the prepared beaten rice.

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