🔥 AMAZING BENGALI CHICKEN CURRY RECIPE - WE COOK IN THE JUNGLE

mustard oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil offers a healthier fat profile.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: none

Sweet potatoes add nutrients and a different flavor.

green chilies

🥗Healthier: jalapeños

💰Cheaper: none

Jalapeños provide heat with a milder flavor.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: none

Tofu is a plant-based protein alternative.

Heat mustard oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add sliced onions and sauté until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in minced ginger and garlic; cook until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.

Add chopped tomatoes and cook until soft, about 3-4 minutes.

Mix in coriander powder, cumin powder, turmeric powder, and red chili powder; cook for 1-2 minutes.

Add chicken pieces and sear until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Pour in water to cover the chicken; add bay leaves, cinnamon stick, cardamom, and cloves.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30-40 minutes until chicken is tender.

Add diced potatoes and continue to simmer until cooked through, about 15-20 minutes.

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary; garnish with fresh coriander before serving.

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