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Chicken Rezala
Chicken Rezala
Chicken Rezala is a traditional Mughlai dish originating from Bengal, India. It is characterized by tender pieces of chicken cooked in a rich and creamy sauce. The sauce is made with a base of yogurt, poppy seeds, cashews, and a variety of aromatic spices like cardamom, cloves, and cinnamon.Chicken Rezala is typically garnished with fried onions, fresh coriander leaves, and a sprinkle of saffron. Chicken Rezala is often enjoyed with naan bread or rice.
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Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken cut into pieces
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 onions finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 inch ginger grated
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder (adjust according to your taste)
- 1 teaspoon garam masala powder
- Salt to taste
- Fresh coriander leaves chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the yogurt, coconut milk, cumin powder, coriander powder, turmeric powder, chili powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the onions and sauté until golden brown.
- Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the pan. Sauté for a minute until fragrant.
- Add the chicken pieces to the pan and cook until they are lightly browned on all sides.
- Pour the yogurt and coconut milk mixture over the chicken and stir well to coat the chicken evenly. Bring it to a simmer.
- Cover the pan and let the chicken cook on low heat for about 30-40 minutes or until it is tender and cooked through.
- Once the chicken is cooked, sprinkle garam masala powder over it and give it a final stir.
- Garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves.
- Serve the Chicken Rezala hot with steamed rice or naan bread.
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 643kcal (32%)Carbohydrates: 10g (3%)Protein: 39g (78%)Fat: 50g (77%)Saturated Fat: 21g (131%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 16gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 222mg (74%)Sodium: 194mg (8%)Potassium: 718mg (21%)Fiber: 2g (8%)Sugar: 2g (2%)Vitamin A: 327IU (7%)Vitamin C: 6mg (7%)Calcium: 53mg (5%)Iron: 4mg (22%)
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
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