Wash the Chicken drumsticks thoroughly and make 2-3 incissions on each drumstick
In a bowl, Add all the above mentioned ingredients(except oil & curry leaves) to the drumsticks and hand mix it well till each drumstick is coated with the marinade
Cover the bowl with a lid and place it in the refrigerator for at least 6-8 hours or overnight
After 6-8 hours, remove the bowl from the refrigerator
In a Pan(preferably Non stick) add 2 tbspn oil and place it on medium high flame
Once the oil turns hot, add in the marinaded chicken drumsticks and curry leaves, if using, on to the pan and cover the pan. Note:- If the oil is not hot enough, the chicken will get stuck to the panAlso, if your not using a Non stick pan, ensure that the oil is Hot enough or else the chicken will get stuck to the pan. After 6-7 minutes Turn the chicken drumsticks on the other side and cover the pan.
After 6-7 minutes, take off the lid from the pan and reduce the flame Note:- The chicken will have a Crusty top on both sides, at this stage Allow each side of the Chicken to further cook on medium low flame for another 8-10 minutes with the pan covered
Once done, turn the flame off and place the drumsticks on a Kitchen paper napkin to remove any excess oil
Your drumsticks are ready to be enjoyed Smoking Hot😋