The ULTIMATE Chicken Ghee Roast | Mangalorean Chicken Ghee Roast | Kundapur Chicken Ghee Roast

ghee

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil offers a healthier fat option while vegetable oil is more budget-friendly.

coconut

🥗Healthier: almond flour

💰Cheaper: desiccated coconut

Almond flour provides a nutty flavor, while desiccated coconut is often less expensive.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is a plant-based option, while chicken thighs are usually more affordable than breasts.

fresh coriander

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried coriander

Parsley is a common substitute for fresh herbs, while dried coriander is budget-friendly.

Heat ghee in a large pan over medium heat until melted

Add sliced onions and sauté until golden brown, about 8-10 minutes

Stir in minced ginger and garlic, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant

Mix in coriander powder, cumin powder, red chili powder, turmeric powder, and black pepper, cooking for another minute

Add the chicken pieces, coating them well with the spice mixture

Cook the chicken for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through

Add curry leaves and grated coconut, stirring to combine

Squeeze lime juice over the mixture and adjust seasoning with salt

Garnish with fresh coriander before serving

Serve hot with rice or Indian bread

Cooking Techniques

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