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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 35 Minutes |
Ready In: 50 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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The name of this dish translates to CHICKEN IN YOGURT. This is a classic Indian dish and is gorgeous. Prepare the chicken the day before cooking it. Cooking time is only 30 mins. Ingredients:
3 lbs skinless chicken, and jointed |
5 ounces plain yogurt |
4 garlic cloves, chopped |
1 inch cube gingerroot, chopped |
3 dried red chilies |
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric |
1 tablespoon ground coriander |
4 tablespoons oil |
1 onion, sliced |
4 fresh green chilies |
1 teaspoon salt |
1/2 teaspoon garam masala |
2 tablespoons fresh coriander leaves, chopped |
Directions:
1. Cut the chicken joints into two.
2. In blender process the yogurt, garlic, ginger, red chillies, turmeric, and ground coriander, till smooth.
3. In a large bowl put the chicken and cover with the spice mix, stir well and refrigerate overnight.
4. Transfer the chicken and its marinade to a pot, cover with a lid and cook over medium heat till the chicken is tender. Remove from the heat.
5. In a large frying pan heat the oil. fry the onions till brown. Add the chicken and fry for 4 mins stirring a few times.
6. Add the green chillies, salt and garam masala, cook for 3 minutes Remove from the heat, stir in half of the coriander leaves.
7. Serve with the remaining coriander leaves sprinkled on top.
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