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Dajaj Maqli (fried chicken)

Pieces of chicken marinated in spices, then coated in flour and fried until a crisp crust forms. A staple of quick meals and Saudi picnics, often served with rice and lemon.

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Ingredients

Ingredients

Marinade

Spices & seasoning

Optional extras

On the side

Nutrition facts

834 kcal per serving

Protein
57.5 g
Carbohydrates
60.9 g
of which sugars
4.2 g
Fat
38.3 g
Fiber
2.4 g

Ecomely’s estimate, calculated from the ingredients with the ANSES Ciqual food composition table, excluding sides and seasoning added to taste.

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix the milk, lemon juice, spices and beaten eggs.
  2. Dunk the chicken pieces in the marinade and leave them to rest in the fridge for at least 1 hour.
  3. Mix the flour, cornflour, paprika, garlic powder and salt in a large shallow dish.
  4. Lightly drain each piece and dredge it in the flour mixture, pressing to coat well.
  5. Heat the oil in a large pan to 170 °C, checking the temperature with a thermometer.
  6. Fry the pieces in small batches for 6 to 8 minutes, turning them, until golden brown.
  7. Drain on kitchen paper and finish cooking in the oven at 180 °C for 10 minutes if the pieces are large.
  8. Serve hot with lemon wedges.

Variations and tips

Oven version. Brush the pieces with oil instead of frying and bake for 40 minutes at 200 °C for a lighter version.

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