The Best Chicken Khichuri Recipe

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: potatoes

Tofu provides a plant-based protein option while potatoes are budget-friendly.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Coconut oil adds flavor and healthy fats, while sunflower oil is often less expensive.

Start by roasting the moong and masoor dal in a dry pan until fragrant, then wash and soak them for 10-20 minutes.

Marinate the chicken with the spices listed under 'For the Meat' and set aside.

In a pan, fry the chicken pieces until lightly browned, then add the onions, spices, water, and rose water. Cover and cook for 20 minutes.

For the rice and dal, heat oils and sauté the whole spices. Add onion, and once golden, include the pastes and powdered spices. Pour in the water, bring to a boil, then add the rice and dal.

Combine all the components, adding the final seasonings and pickles, then layer with the pre-cooked chicken. Cover and simmer until everything is thoroughly cooked.

Let it rest covered off the heat before serving. Serve with your choice of salad, raita, or pickles.

Cooking Techniques

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