Flavorful Chicken Garlic Karahi Recipe | Simple & Quick Pakistani Cuisine

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu provides a plant-based option, while chicken thighs are more economical.

fresh coriander

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried coriander

Parsley offers a fresh taste, while dried coriander is budget-friendly.

Heat 3/4 cup oil in a pan until hot.

Fry 1 full chopped garlic in the oil until golden brown, then set aside.

Add 1/2 kg chicken to the same oil and fry until golden on all sides.

Prepare the gravy by adding 2 tablespoons garlic paste to the oil and sauté for 1-2 minutes.

Add 1 tablespoon green chili paste, 1 teaspoon red chili powder, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon cumin powder, and sauté for 2-3 minutes.

Add 1/2 teaspoon Kashmiri chili powder and 4 blended tomatoes, mixing well and cooking for 4-5 minutes until oil separates.

Add the fried chicken pieces back into the pan and mix.

Stir in 1/2 teaspoon crushed black pepper and 3 tablespoons yogurt, then mix again.

Add 1/2 cup water, cover, and cook for 20-25 minutes.

Once cooked, add 1 tablespoon freshly chopped coriander and 1 lemon juice, mixing well.

Garnish with green chilies and the fried garlic, then cover and let it simmer for 4-5 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

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