Spicy Amritsari Chicken Curry (Amritsari Murg)

Name: Spicy Amritsari Chicken Curry (Amritsari Murg)
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 900 gms Zorabian Breast Boneless Chicken; 1 tbsp Ginger Garlic Paste; 1 tsp Dry Fenugreek Leaves (Crushed); 1 tsp Coriander Powder; 1 tsp Red Chilli Powder; 1/2 tsp Turmeric Powder; 2 tsp Ghee; 2 tsp Oil; 2 tbsp Yogurt (Whisked); Salt to Taste; 2 tbsp Black Peppercorns; 1 tbsp Coriander Seeds; 2 Black Cardamom; 1 Green Cardamom; 4 Cloves; 1/4 tsp Dry Fenugreek Seeds; 1/2 tsp Cumin Seeds; 1/4 tsp Mustard Seeds; 1 tbsp Oil; 2 tbsp Oil; 2 Bay Leaves; 4 Green Chillies; 3 Medium Onions (Finely Chopped); 1 tbsp Butter; 2 tsp Prepared Spice Mix; 2 Tomatoes (Chopped); 3-4 tbsp Water; 2 tbsp Yogurt (Whisked); Salt to Taste; Roasted Chicken

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Renowned for their chicken specialties, Lahoris and Amritsaris each had distinct culinary realms – Lahore celebrated for its non-vegetarian delights, while Amritsar, a pilgrimage hub, earned fame for vegetarian dishes due to the influx of visiting merchants.

Post-partition, as Amritsar yearned for a taste reminiscent of Lahore's iconic chicken recipes, Amritsari Chicken emerged. This post-partition creation seamlessly blends the culinary legacies of both regions, resulting in a flavorful homage to Lahore's rich non-vegetarian traditions, making it a relatively recent addition to the culinary tapestry.

Immerse yourself in the rich and robust world of this Spicy Amritsari Chicken Curry. This aromatic dish boasts tender pieces of succulent chicken bathed in a tantalizing blend of spices, invoking the vibrant culinary spirit of Amritsar. Each spoonful is a symphony of heat, flavor, and tradition, promising a culinary experience that's nothing short of extraordinary. Brace yourself for a spicy adventure that will leave you craving the authenticity of Amritsar's culinary legacy.

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Rosalyn John @rosalyn_kitchen227

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Ingredients

For the Chicken Marination:
900 gmsZorabian Breast Boneless Chicken
1 tbspGinger Garlic Paste
1 tspDry Fenugreek Leaves (Crushed)
1 tspCoriander Powder
1 tspRed Chilli Powder
1/2 tspTurmeric Powder
2 tspGhee
2 tspOil
2 tbspYogurt (Whisked)
Salt to Taste
For the Spice Mix:
2 tbspBlack Peppercorns
1 tbspCoriander Seeds
2Black Cardamom
1Green Cardamom
4Cloves
1/4 tspDry Fenugreek Seeds
1/2 tspCumin Seeds
1/4 tspMustard Seeds
For Roasting the Marinated Chicken:
1 tbspOil
For Preparing Amritsari Chicken Curry:
2 tbspOil
2Bay Leaves
4Green Chillies
3Medium Onions (Finely Chopped)
1 tbspButter
2 tspPrepared Spice Mix
2Tomatoes (Chopped)
3-4 tbspWater
2 tbspYogurt (Whisked)
Salt to Taste
Roasted Chicken
3/4 cupWater or As Required
1 tbspCoriander Leaves (Chopped)
1/2 tbspButter
For Garnish:
Coriander Leaves (Chopped)

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Steps

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Firstly, to marinate the chicken, in a large mixing bowl add the cleaned and washed chicken pieces, ginger garlic paste, dry fenugreek leaves, coriander powder, red chilli powder, turmeric powder, ghee, salt, yogurt and oil. Mix until well combined. Cover with a cling wrap and keep it refrigerated overnight.
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Remove from refrigerator and keep it aside for 15-20 minutes.
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Next to prepare the spice mix, in a small mixie jar add the black peppercorns, coriander seeds, black cardamom, green cardamom, cloves, dry fenugreek seeds, cumin seeds and mustard seeds and grind to a coarse powder.
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To roast the marinated chicken, heat oil in a non-stick pan. Add the marinated chicken and fry on both sides till half done.
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Assemble all the required ingredients.
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Heat oil in a pan. Add the bay leaves and the partially slited green chillies and saute for few seconds. Then add the finely chopped onions and butter and saute until the onions turn light brown.
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Add the prepared spice mix and let it cook alongwith the onions till the masala is cooked.
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Add the finely chopped tomatoes and salt and cook only till the tomatoes are soft and not mushy. Add little water if it sticks to the pan. Saute for a minute. Add the whisked yogurt and mix it well.
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Add the roasted chicken and saute for few minutes.
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Add the water, according to desired consistency. Add little at a time. The consistency of the gravy should not be too thick or too thin. Allow the gravy to boil for few minutes.
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Add the chopped coriander leaves and butter and saute for few seconds.
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Spicy Amritsari Chicken Curry is ready. Serve it with roti, Paratha etc.
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