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Butter Chicken Sauce

Cultural Context

Originating from North India, Butter Chicken Sauce is a rich, creamy tomato-based sauce traditionally served with tandoori chicken. It reflects the Mughlai culinary heritage, where spices and cream were used to create indulgent dishes. Today, it has gained global popularity, often enjoyed with naan or rice, and many variations exist, including vegetarian adaptations.

IndianINmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
4 tablespoons butter
1 large onion
4 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon ginger
2 cups tomatoes
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup cashews
2 teaspoons garam masala
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon coriander
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 tablespoon fenugreek leaves
2 green chilies
1 cup water
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 cup cilantro

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

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: coconut milk

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and can provide a similar richness

1

Melt butter in a large pan over medium heat until bubbling.

2

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

3

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

4

Add chopped tomatoes and cook until softened, about 10 minutes.

5

Blend the mixture until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender.

6

Return the sauce to the pan over low heat.

7

Stir in heavy cream and cashews, simmering for 5-10 minutes.

8

Season with salt, sugar, and spices to taste.

9

Add crushed fenugreek leaves and stir well.

10

Adjust consistency with water if too thick, simmering for an additional 5 minutes.

11

Finish with lemon juice and chopped cilantro before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingblendingsimmering

Equipment Needed

large panimmersion blendercutting boardknife

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariandairy-free

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Murgh Makhani SauceButter Chicken Gravy

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