PUNJABI CHICKEN MASALA GRAVY (IN ENGLISH) | EASY CHICKEN CURRY RECIPE

cream

🥗Healthier: coconut milk

💰Cheaper: yogurt

Coconut milk adds creaminess with fewer calories.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is a plant-based alternative, while thighs are more economical.

fresh cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Parsley offers a similar flavor profile at a lower cost.

green chilies

🥗Healthier: bell peppers

💰Cheaper: jalapeños

Bell peppers provide sweetness without heat.

Marinate chicken thighs with yogurt, turmeric powder, kashmiri red chili powder, salt, and black pepper; set aside.

Heat mustard oil in a large pan until smoking, then reduce heat.

Add whole spices: bay leaf, green cardamoms, cloves, cinnamon stick, and cumin seeds; sauté until fragrant.

Stir in chopped onions and cook until golden brown.

Add garlic and ginger, cooking until aromatic.

Incorporate chopped tomato and cook until softened.

Add ground coriander, turmeric powder, kashmiri red chili powder, kasoori methi, and salt; mix well.

Add marinated chicken and stir to coat in the spices.

Cover and cook until chicken is tender, stirring occasionally.

Finish with garam masala and ghee, simmer for a few minutes before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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