Simple Lahori Chicken Curry

May 29, 2023May 29, 20230 2
Simple Lahori Chicken Curry with a tantalizing combination of spices and juicy chicken pieces
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 whole chickens , cut into 8 to 10 pieces and skinned
3/4 teaspoon turmeric
3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
salt
1 1/2 medium onions , roughly diced
5 garlic cloves
fresh ginger , peeled and cut in half crosswise
3 tablespoons canola oil
cinnamon stick
12 green cardamom pods
9 whole cloves
9 black peppercorns
2 large tomatoes , chopped
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1/4 cup plain yogurt , whisked until smooth
1 cup water
1/2 cup fresh cilantro , chopped
1 lemon , juice of

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
303
Sugar
4g
Fat
17g
Originating from the city of Lahore in Pakistan, this Simple Lahori Chicken Curry is a classic that has been enjoyed for generations. With a mix of flavorful spices and juicy chicken pieces, it's a dish that's sure to impress. Whether you're making it for a special occasion or for a weeknight dinner, this recipe is easy to follow and will leave your taste buds craving more. Pair it with naan or rice for the perfect meal.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, mix the chicken, turmeric, cayenne pepper, and salt.
2.In a blender, pulse the onions, garlic, and ginger until smooth.
3.In a large pot, heat the canola oil over medium heat and add the cinnamon stick, green cardamom pods, cloves, and black peppercorns.
4.Add the onion paste and cook, stirring occasionally, until it starts to brown.
5.Add the chopped tomatoes, tomato paste, and plain yogurt and cook for 5 minutes.
6.Add the chicken mixture and cook for 10 minutes.
7.Add the water and bring to a boil.
8.Reduce the heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
9.Add the cilantro and lemon juice and serve hot with naan or rice.

PROS

This Simple Lahori Chicken Curry is packed with flavor and the perfect comfort food for any day of the week.

It’s also budget-friendly and can feed a large family.

CONS

This dish requires some prep work with the chopping and blending of the ingredients.

It also takes some time to simmer the chicken, so plan accordingly.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is high in protein and the spices used are known to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
The turmeric has also been linked to improving brain function and reducing the risk of heart disease.

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