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Prep time
20 minutes
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Cook time
20 minutes
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Serves
5 persons
Author Notes
Chicken Karahi is a popular Pakistani and North Indian dish, known for its spicy, tangy, and rich flavors. It is traditionally cooked in a karahi (a thick, deep cooking pot similar to a wok) which gives it its name. Here's a simple recipe to make Chicken Karahi: —farhana
Ingredients
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1000 grams
Chicken: 1kg
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5 pieces
Tomatoes:
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2 teaspoons
Ginger and garlic paste
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5 pieces
Green chillies:
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1 piece
Onion:
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1 teaspoon
Red chillies:
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1 teaspoon
Cumin seeds:
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1 teaspoon
Black pepper
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1 teaspoon
Coriander powder:
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1 teaspoon
Garam Masala
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Salt: to taste
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Fresh Coriander Leaves: for garnish
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1 teaspoon
Lemon Juice
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4 teaspoons
Yogurt:
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5 teaspoons
Oil/Ghee
Directions
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Heat the oil/ghee: Heat the oil or ghee in a karahi or deep pan on medium heat. Sauté the chicken: Add the chicken and stir fry until it turns white and begins to brown slightly.
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Heat the oil/ghee: Heat the oil or ghee in a karahi or deep pan on medium heat. Sauté the chicken: Add the chicken and stir fry until it turns white and begins to brown slightly.
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Add the ginger-garlic: Add the ginger-garlic paste, stir and cook for 2 minutes until the raw smell goes away. Tomatoes: Add chopped tomatoes and cook on medium heat until they soften and release their juices. Covering the pan will help the tomatoes soften faster.
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pices: Add salt, red chilli powder, cumin seeds, coriander powder, black pepper and chopped green chillies. mix and cook until the oil separates from the masala.
Yogurt (optional): If using yogurt, add it, stir and cook until it is well mixed with the sauce. Cook: Cook thoroughly over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is tender and the sauce has reached your desired consistency.
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arnish: Once ready, garnish with fresh coriander leaves, a sprinkle of garam masala and a squeeze of lemon juice.
How to Serve: Serve hot with naan, roti or rice.
Enjoy this delicious Chicken Karahi!
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