Bengali Style Chicken Curry
Bengali Style Chicken Curry is a delicious and flavorful dish that originates from the Bengali region of India and Bangladesh. It typically consists of tender chicken pieces cooked in a rich and aromatic curry sauce made with a blend of traditional spices such as cumin, coriander, turmeric, and garam masala. The curry is often finished with a touch of mustard oil and garnished with fresh coriander leaves. It's a popular dish known for its balance of heat and savory flavors.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken pieces, skinless
- 2 onions finely chopped
- 2 tomatoes pureed
- 2 tablespoons ginger-garlic paste
- 2 green chilies slit lengthwise
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- Salt to taste
- Fresh coriander leaves for garnish
- Mustard oil for cooking
Instructions
- Heat mustard oil in a large pan or pot. Add cumin seeds and allow them to splutter.
- Add the finely chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
- Add ginger-garlic paste, green chilies, and sauté for a few minutes until the raw aroma disappears.
- Add the pureed tomatoes and cook until the oil starts to separate from the masala.
- Add turmeric powder, coriander powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well and cook for a couple of minutes.
- Add the chicken pieces to the masala and coat them well. Cook for 5-10 minutes until the chicken is sealed and slightly browned.
- Add water as needed to achieve your desired consistency, cover, and simmer until the chicken is cooked through.
- Sprinkle garam masala and mix well. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.
- Serve hot with steamed rice or naan bread.
- Enjoy!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 549kcal (27%)Carbohydrates: 11g (4%)Protein: 38g (76%)Fat: 38g (58%)Saturated Fat: 10g (63%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 16gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 222mg (74%)Sodium: 267mg (12%)Potassium: 729mg (21%)Fiber: 3g (13%)Sugar: 5g (6%)Vitamin A: 845IU (17%)Vitamin C: 15mg (18%)Calcium: 48mg (5%)Iron: 3mg (17%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
