Description
Aromatic Chicken Bhuna, a vibrant dish embodying the rich culinary heritage of South Asia, perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 500g chicken, cut into pieces
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece of ginger, grated
- 2 tomatoes, pureed
- 2 teaspoons cumin powder
- 2 teaspoons coriander powder
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt to taste
- Fresh coriander leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
- Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for about a minute.
- Introduce the chicken pieces and brown them on all sides.
- Mix in the pureed tomatoes along with cumin, coriander, chili powder, and salt, ensuring everything is well combined.
- Cover the pan and cook until the chicken is fully cooked and the sauce thickens, around 20-25 minutes.
- Finally, sprinkle in the garam masala and let it cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with a side of rice or naan.
Notes
For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken with paneer. Enhance flavor with a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Chicken Bhuna, South Asian cuisine, spicy chicken recipe, easy dinner recipe, flavorful curry