Chicken Karahi

چکن کڑاہی · Chicken Karahi

Ingredients13

• bone-in chicken pieces800 g
• ripe tomatoes500 g
• cooking oil80 ml
• garlic6 cloves
• fresh ginger30 g
• green chilies4
• cumin seeds1 tsp
• coriander powder1 tbsp
• red chili powder1 tsp
• turmeric0.5 tsp
• salt1 tsp
• garam masala0.5 tsp
• fresh coriander leaves20 g

Method

1. Heat the oil in a karahi or deep wok over medium-high heat and add the cumin seeds.
2. Add the chicken and sear until the surface loses its raw color.
3. Stir in crushed garlic, half the ginger, turmeric, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt.
4. Add chopped tomatoes and cook, stirring often, until they break down into a thick sauce and the oil separates.
5. Cover and simmer until the chicken is tender, adding a splash of water only if the sauce dries out.
6. Stir in slit green chilies, remaining julienned ginger, and garam masala, then cook uncovered for a few minutes.
7. Finish with chopped coriander and serve hot with naan or roti.