BBQ
Lahori Chargha
A famous Lahori-style whole chicken marinated in bold spices, steamed until tender, and fried or roasted to crispy perfection. A show-stopping dish that's ideal for family dinners and celebrations.
- Prep Time 20 mins
- Cook Time 20-30 mins
- Serves 4
- Difficulty Medium
Method
-
Make deep cuts all over the chicken to allow the marinade to penetrate
-
In a bowl, combine yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, lemon juice, oil, chilli powder, turmeric, cumin powder, coriander powder, garam masala, chaat masala, and salt.
-
Coat the chicken thoroughly with the marinade.
-
Cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight.
-
Steam the marinated chicken until almost fully cooked.
-
Heat oil for deep frying or preheat the oven for roasting.
-
Fry or roast the chicken until the skin becomes crispy and golden brown.
-
Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
-
Garnish with onion rings, fresh coriander, and lemon wedges.
-
Serve hot with naan, fries, raita, and salad.
Chef Tips
- Overnight marination ensures deep flavor and tender meat.
- Steaming before frying or roasting keeps the chicken moist while creating a crispy outer layer.
