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Butter Chicken Burger

Cultural Context

Butter chicken, or Murgh Makhani, originated in Delhi, India, and is a beloved dish known for its creamy tomato sauce and spices. The burger adaptation combines the rich flavors of butter chicken with the convenience of a burger, making it a fusion favorite. Today, this dish is enjoyed globally, often found in Indian restaurants and food trucks, celebrating the versatility of traditional Indian cuisine.

IndianINmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 medium red tomatoes
1/4 cup cashew nuts
2 tablespoons butter
4 peeled garlic cloves
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon garam masala
1 teaspoon kasuri methi
1 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1/4 cup fresh cream
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup water
1/2 cup refined flour
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 lb ground chicken
1 egg
1 cup corn flakes
4 burger buns
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 cup lettuce
1 medium onion

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil reduces saturated fat while providing healthy fats.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt adds protein and creaminess.

ground chicken

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Ground turkey is leaner while ground beef is often cheaper.

burger buns

🥗Healthier: whole wheat buns

💰Cheaper: bread rolls

Whole wheat buns provide more fiber.

1

Start by preparing the Butter Chicken gravy with red tomatoes and cashew nuts for creaminess.

2

Add butter to the pan and char the tomatoes slightly for smoky aroma.

3

Add peeled garlic cloves and chili powder (non-spicy variety) to the pan.

4

Stir in garam masala and kasuri methi, then add sugar to balance flavors.

5

Add white vinegar and fresh cream, stirring well to combine.

6

Add more butter for a velvety texture and mix thoroughly, scraping the sides of the pan.

7

Season with salt and add water to achieve a thick gravy consistency.

8

Cover and cook for fifteen minutes, then allow to cool before grinding into a fine puree.

9

Season refined flour with salt and crushed black pepper in a bowl.

10

Season the chicken with salt and black pepper, optionally adding paprika or chili powder.

11

Dredge the chicken in the seasoned flour to create a sandy texture for better egg adherence.

12

Beat an egg in a separate bowl and roll the chicken in it.

13

Coat the chicken in crushed corn flakes, applying pressure to ensure adherence.

14

Deep fry the chicken, increasing the oil temperature and letting it cook undisturbed for thirty to forty seconds.

15

After that, cook on medium flame for two and a half to three minutes until tender and crusted.

16

Transfer the fried chicken to absorbent tissue paper to drain excess oil.

17

Grind the cooled Butter Chicken gravy into a smooth puree and transfer to a bowl.

18

Slice the burger buns in half and toast them on a pan, optionally adding oil or butter.

19

Assemble the burger by smearing mayonnaise on the bun, adding lettuce, pieces of chicken, and silken Butter Chicken gravy.

20

Top with onion rings and close the burger with the top half of the bun.

Cooking Techniques

mixinggrillingtoasting

Equipment Needed

grillmixing bowlspatulaskillet

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

milkeggs

Also Known As

Murgh Makhani BurgerIndian Chicken Burger

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