The red color comes from Byadgi Chilli a spice native to Karnataka which is one of the main ingredients along with the other spices and ghee.
Chettinad chicken kolambu. 250g Spicy Chettinad Chicken. A fiery dish for the fiery team from Bangalore. The origin of this vibrantly red slightly tangy and spicy chicken preparation can be traced to the Mangalore-Kundapur region of Karnataka.