Here’s a delicious Chicken Korma recipe that combines aromatic spices and creamy textures for a delightful dish. This recipe is simple to follow and perfect for serving with rice or naan.
Ingredients
For the Marinade:
- 500 grams chicken (bone-in preferred)
- ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
- 3 tablespoons plain yogurt (curd)
- 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon Kashmiri red chili powder
- Salt to taste
For the Korma:
- 2 tablespoons oil or ghee
- 2 green cardamoms
- 1 bay leaf
- 1-inch cinnamon stick
- 4 cloves
- 1 cup sliced onions (about 2 medium onions), fried until golden brown
- 10 cashew nuts (or almonds)
- ¼ cup plain yogurt (optional, for creaminess)
- Fresh coriander leaves for garnish
- Water as needed
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken:
- In a bowl, combine the chicken pieces with turmeric, yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, garam masala, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare the Onion-Cashew Paste:
- Blend the fried onions and cashew nuts together into a smooth paste. You can add a little water if necessary to help blend.
- Cook the Chicken:
- Heat oil or ghee in a heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat. Add the whole spices (cardamom, bay leaf, cinnamon, and cloves) and sauté for about a minute until fragrant.
- Add the marinated chicken to the pan and cook on high heat for about 5 minutes until the chicken is browned.
- Combine Ingredients:
- Lower the heat and add the onion-cashew paste along with additional yogurt if using. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
- Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring continuously.
- Simmer:
- Add about 1 cup of water to achieve your desired consistency. Cover and cook on low heat for about 20 minutes or until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
- Stir occasionally and adjust water as needed to prevent sticking.
- Final Touches:
- Once cooked, check seasoning and adjust salt if necessary. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.
- Serve:
- Serve hot with steamed rice, naan, or roti.
Enjoy your flavorful Chicken Korma!
