Nepali Local Chicken curry recipes in a village-style.

mustard oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil offers a healthier fat option.

green chilies

🥗Healthier: bell peppers

💰Cheaper: jalapeños

Bell peppers provide sweetness with less heat.

fresh cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Parsley can substitute for fresh flavor.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chickpeas

Tofu or chickpeas can provide plant-based protein.

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

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and ginger; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add chopped tomatoes and green chilies; cook until tomatoes soften, about 5 minutes.

Sprinkle in turmeric, coriander powder, and cumin; stir to combine.

Add chicken pieces and cook until they are browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.

Pour in water to cover the chicken; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until chicken is tender, about 30-40 minutes.

Stir in lemon juice and season with salt to taste.

Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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