Combine fennel seeds (1 tsp), cardamom (3), cloves (3), cinnamon stick (1 piece), star anise (1), and mace (½) as whole garam masala
Grind ginger/garlic (2 tbs), green chillies (2), shallots (12), curry leaves, Kashmiri chilli powder (2 tbs), coriander powder (1 tbs), salt, vinegar (2 tbs), dark soy sauce (2 tbs), and the whole garam masala to a fine paste
Add water to the paste as needed
Marinate the chicken drumsticks (1 kg) in the paste for 1 hour
Coat the marinated chicken with virgin coconut oil (3 tbs)
Air fry the chicken for 25 minutes
