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Medium 5 hr~380 kcal 8/10
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Lahori Charga
A Lahori whole chicken marinated with yogurt, lemon and spices, steamed, then fried for a crisp red crust.
Hard⏱️ 1 hr 35 min📖 1 min readServes 5~438 kcal🇵🇰 Pakistani🌍 Full translation
40 min prep 55 min cook
- #High Protein
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Timeline
Total 1 h 35 min- Prep40 min
- Cooking55 min
Ingredients
5 servings
Quick:
- 1.5 kg Whole chicken
- 0.5 cup(~100 ml) Yogurt
- 3 tbsp(~45 ml) Lemon juice
- 1 tbsp(~15 ml) Garlic paste
- 1 tbsp(~15 ml) Ginger paste
- 2 tsp(~10 ml) Ground red pepper
- 1 tsp(~5 ml) Cumin
- 1 tsp(~5 ml) Coriander
- 1 tsp(~5 ml) Garam masala
- 2 cup(~400 ml) Sunflower oil
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Instructions
- 1
Score the breast and thigh sections of the chicken.
- 2
Mix the yogurt, lemon, garlic, ginger, and spices.
- 3
Rub the marinade over the chicken and rest it in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours.
4 hr240:00 - 4
Steam the chicken for 30 minutes.
30 min30:00 - 5
Heat the oil and fry the chicken for 8 minutes, turning it as it cooks.
8 min08:00 - 6
Drain off the excess oil and serve with lemon.
💡 Tip: Steaming cooks the inside; frying should be brief and only for the crust.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve with naan, onion rings, mint yogurt, and lemon.
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Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Protein source
- Vitamin B12
Nutrition (per serving)
~438
kcal calories
31
g protein
8
g carbs
30
g fat
Protein 29%Carbs 8%Fat 63%
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
This recipe may contain allergens
- Milk
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Lahori Charga make?
This recipe serves 5.How long does Lahori Charga take?
Prep 40 minutes, cooking 55 minutes; 95 minutes in total.Is Lahori Charga difficult?
This recipe is rated hard.How many calories does Lahori Charga have?
Approximately 438 kcal per serving. Protein: 31g, carbs: 8g, fat: 30g.Which allergens does Lahori Charga contain?
This recipe contains Milk. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Lahori Charga belong to?
This recipe belongs to Pakistani cuisine.How many ingredients does Lahori Charga need?
This recipe needs 10 ingredients.
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