Chicken Balti Curry from Balti Triangle

May 29, 2023May 29, 20230 1
Spicy and flavorful Chicken Balti Curry from Balti Triangle
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Prep

15 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds , crushed
1 teaspoon garam masala
4 dried curry leaves , crushed
1 teaspoon palm sugar
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon nigella seeds ( aka black cumin or black caraway )
3 green chilies , chopped
4 cardamom pods , split
1 tablespoon peanut oil or 1 tablespoon sunflower oil
1 onion , finely chopped
1 garlic clove , minced
1 cm fresh ginger , peeled and grated - 1/2 inch
2 large chicken breasts , cut into bite-sized pieces
250 ml vegetable stock or 250 ml chicken stock ( 8 1/2 oz . )
1 teaspoon tomato puree
1 pinch salt ( or more to taste )
1 bay leaf
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro or 2 tablespoons fresh coriander , chopped
1 large tomatoes , sliced

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
257
Sugar
4g
Fat
11g
The Balti Triangle in Birmingham, UK is known for its unique and flavorful cuisine. Balti refers to a style of cooking that originated in Pakistan and has been adapted to British tastes. This Chicken Balti Curry is a delicious example of this style, with its blend of spices and tender chicken. Traditionally, the curry is served with naan bread or rice, and is sure to impress anyone looking for a flavorful and spicy meal.

Instructions

1.In a small bowl, combine the mustard seeds, garam masala, curry leaves, palm sugar, coriander, cumin, cinnamon, cloves, turmeric, and nigella seeds.
2.Heat the oil in a large frying pan over medium heat.
3.Add the onion, garlic, ginger, and green chilies, and cook for 5 minutes until the onion is softened and lightly browned.
4.Stir in the spice mixture and fry for another minute.
5.Add the chicken and fry until lightly browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
6.Add the stock, tomato puree, salt, bay leaf, and sliced tomato, and bring to a boil.
7.Reduce the heat and let simmer for 20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
8.Serve garnished with chopped cilantro.

PROS

This spicy curry is packed with flavor and is a great way to add variety to your dinner rotation.

It can be made with chicken or other proteins like lamb, beef, or tofu.

The recipe also includes a good amount of vegetables from the onion and tomato.

CONS

While this recipe is relatively easy to make, it requires a large number of spices.

Some of the spices may not be readily available in your local grocery store.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This curry is high in protein from the chicken and is a good source of vitamins and minerals from the onions and tomatoes.
The spices used in this recipe have anti-inflammatory properties and may also aid in digestion and reduce the risk of certain diseases.

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