🇳🇵 Nepal recipe
Choyla
Choyla is a quintessential Newari delicacy of chargrilled meat, typically buffalo or chicken, that is torn into pieces and tossed in a bold dressing of mustard oil, Sichuan pepper, ginger, garlic, and green chilies. The meat is first grilled over an open flame until smoky and charred, then marinated in the pungent spice mixture while still warm, allowing it to absorb maximum flavor. Choyla is a beloved accompaniment to chiura and an essential element of Newari feasts.
Prep25 mins
Cook15 mins
Serves4
Difficultymedium
Ingredients
- 500g boneless chicken thighs or buffalo meat
- 3 tablespoons mustard oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, finely minced
- 4 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 3 green chilies, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Sichuan pepper (timur), freshly ground
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of one lime
- 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon fenugreek seeds
- Salt to taste
Method
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Nutrition per serving
- Calories
- 260
- Protein
- 25 g
- Carbs
- 5 g
- Fat
- 15 g
