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Classic Chicken Karahi
45 mintime
Mediumdifficulty
4Servings
Rating
Nutrition facts
500 kcalCalories
40 gProtein
20 gCarbs
30 gFat

Per serving · Approximate values estimated by AI

Classic Chicken Karahi

Traditional dish · Pakistani

A quintessential Pakistani dish, Chicken Karahi is a flavorful and aromatic curry made with tender chicken pieces, tomatoes, ginger, garlic, and a blend of traditional spices, cooked in a wok-like pan called a karahi.

Ingredients

Servings4
  • Chicken, bone-in, cut into pieces1 kg
  • Tomatoes, pureed400g
  • Onions, finely chopped2 medium
  • Ginger, minced2 tbsp
  • Garlic, minced2 tbsp
  • Green chilies, slit2-3
  • Ghee or cooking oil1/2 cup
  • Coriander powder2 tsp
  • Cumin powder1 tsp
  • Turmeric powder1/2 tsp
  • Garam masala1 tsp
  • Saltto taste
  • Fresh cilantro, choppedfor garnish
  • Julienned gingerfor garnish

Steps

  1. 1

    Heat ghee or oil in a karahi (wok) over medium-high heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.

  2. 2

    Add minced ginger and garlic, sauté for a minute until fragrant.

  3. 3

    Add chicken pieces and sear them on all sides until lightly browned.

  4. 4

    Stir in coriander powder, cumin powder, turmeric powder, and salt. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly.

  5. 5

    Pour in the pureed tomatoes and cook, stirring occasionally, until the oil starts to separate from the masala (about 10-15 minutes).

  6. 6

    Add slit green chilies. Cover and simmer on low heat for about 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.

  7. 7

    Sprinkle garam masala over the karahi. Stir well.

  8. 8

    Garnish with fresh cilantro and julienned ginger. Serve hot.

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