Chicken Karahi

Chicken Karahi is a flavourful main dish featuring tender chicken simmered in a rich tomato-based gravy infused with aromatic spices, perfect for a satisfying and memorable meal.

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 1

Marinating 30

Total Time 1 45

Servings People

Ingredients

1 kg chicken cut into pieces
120 ml yogurt plain
4 cloves garlic minced
1 inch ginger grated
2 tbsp vegetable oil or ghee
2 medium onions finely chopped
4 large tomatoes chopped
2 large green chilies slit lengthwise
1 tsp cumin seeds
1 tsp ground coriander
1/2 tsp turmeric powder
1 tsp red chili powder adjust to taste
salt to taste
cilantro coriander/chopped
1 large lemon wedged

Instructions

In a large bowl, mix the yogurt, minced garlic, grated ginger, cumin seeds, coriander powder, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt.
120 ml yogurt, 4 cloves garlic, 1 inch ginger, 1 tsp cumin seeds, 1 tsp ground coriander, 1/2 tsp turmeric powder, 1 tsp red chili powder, salt
Add the chicken pieces to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes, or preferably overnight in the refrigerator for deeper flavour.
1 kg chicken
Heat the vegetable oil or ghee in a large karahi or skillet over medium-high heat.
2 tbsp vegetable oil
Add the marinated chicken pieces and cook until they are golden brown on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.
Remove the chicken from the karahi and set aside.
In the same karahi, add the chopped onions and cook until they are soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
2 medium onions
Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they break down and form a thick gravy, about 8-10 minutes.
4 large tomatoes
Return the cooked chicken to the karahi and stir well to combine with the gravy.
Reduce the heat to low and cover the karahi. Let the chicken simmer in the gravy for about 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
Once the chicken is cooked through, garnish with chopped cilantro and green chilies.
2 large green chilies, cilantro
Serve hot with naan bread or steamed rice, and lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the chicken before eating.
1 large lemon

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