NARKEL DIYE MURGHI | CHICKEN COOKED IN COCONUT MILK

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: coconut cream diluted with water

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

mustard oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is healthier and more widely available.

fresh cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried cilantro

Parsley offers a similar flavor profile and is often more accessible.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is a lower-calorie protein alternative.

Add garlic, onion, and salt to a pot and sauté until the garlic is golden brown.

Add a cube of frozen ginger and some water to the pot; cover and cook on medium heat for about 5 minutes.

Stir in turmeric, cumin, chili powder, coriander, and garam masala; let the spices cook for a bit.

Add chicken drumsticks (or chicken thighs) to the pot; cover and cook for about 10 to 12 minutes, stirring every 3 to 4 minutes.

After 10 to 12 minutes, add coconut milk to the pot; let it cook on medium heat for 15 to 20 minutes.

After 15 to 20 minutes, check the chicken; it should be cooked through and aromatic.

Finish by adding fresh cilantro as a garnish.

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