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Chicken Karahi

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This is a traditional recipe for Chicken Karahi which is a popular dish that hails from India and Pakistan. Karahi basically means “pot” in which this is slow cooked in. 

However with today’s cooking tools. You can prepare this recipe very quickly using an INSTANT POT!

And making a great curry doesn’t have to be that hard at all. You just need to make a right on cumin avenue, and then a left on ginger street right through to the fenugreek walk way and then soon after you end up in Chicken Karahi heaven. 

WHAT IS CHICKEN KARAHI

It is a Chicken dish that traditionally was simmered over an open fire in a cast iron pot. 

If you are not familiar with making these types of curries but have liked many other Indian curry type recipes in the past, then you are sure to love Chicken Karahi.

Made with fresh chicken breasts, tomato paste, onion, “ghee” (Indian butter) and a bunch of Indian spices. You are sure to love it as much as we do!  

I encourage you to try it, because once you do you will be hooked just like me.

WHAT DOES CHICKEN KARAHI TASTE LIKE

Like heaven in a bowl, no kidding. It has a rich creamy tomatoes taste with hints green chili peppers, cilantro, and  ginger flavors. 

Chicken Karahi is also noted for its spicy notes. You can downplay that if you like as well!

I use red chili powder traditional Chicken Karahi calls for kashmiri red chilli powder. 

But that spice tends to be hard to find in Canada, so I will leave that up to you.

Then I also use green chilies, if you want something milder you can use green bell pepper as a substitute. 

It can also be prepared with goat or lamb meat instead of chicken, totally up to you.

Personally I prefer the chicken kind though, it’s one of my favorites.

HOW TO MAKE CHICKEN KARAHI

Traditionally, Chicken Karahi recipes used a whole chicken. However in today’s restaurants many use chicken breasts. And that is what I am using for this recipe! I will leave that up to you.

You can always use chicken legs, thighs etc. Whatever you have on hand for this dish!

We hope you give this creamy curry a try, and enjoy it as much as we do. Serve it alongside some naan bread, or rice and you have yourself the most amazing meal. 

Simply purchase the basic ingredients and then the next time your in the mood for some Karahi, you will simply have everything you need in stock to make it every time.

And I’m sure that time will soon, because this curry is unbelievably tasty! 

Here at CCA we buy all our curry ingredients roughly every 6 months or so to keep things fresh. This allows us to prepare endless curry meals throughout the year. 

WHAT TO SERVE WITH CHICKEN KARAHI

Basmati rice or NAAN BREAD of course!

 

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Note: this dish can be made with goat , beef or lamb too. If you are cooking with goat add 1 tbsp of lime juice to the meat once rinsed and set aside.

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Chicken, Curries, Quick and easy recipes

Chicken Korma with Coconut Milk

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This Chicken Korma with Coconut Milk is easy to make and is made with coconut milk as opposed to yogurt. It can be prepared on the stove top in less than 30 minutes or in your pressure cooker in around 10 minutes time. A meal that will have you skipping the takeout every time.

Wanting more delicious Indian Chicken curry recipes? Try my Old fashioned Chicken curry or my Pakistani Chicken Curry. And even try your hand at some Homemade Naan Bread!

Your family will not believe this dish is being served straight from your kitchen, it’s that good. 

I used to order this type of dish at our local East Indian restaurant, however now I make it often at home. 

This simple curry will impress even the pickiest of eaters. 

And will have your family thinking that you either a) ordered this from your local Indian restaurant or b) have taken some cooking lessons because it tastes so amazing! 

You can by a pre-made Korma spice mix and make this dish even easy to make for yourself!

See the mix that you can use instead of all the individual spices listed below in the recipe card.

IS CHICKEN KORMA HEALTHY? 

Yes in most cases it is, however it really depends on the way it is made. Some curries call for heavy cream and lots of butter.

Like the typically butter chicken recipe that we have all come to know and love.

I love butter chicken just like the rest of you. However I have learned to make it slightly healthier. Feel free to check out my recipe here for that recipe: Butter Chicken.

My recipe here calls for coconut milk and no cream. Making this a very healthy curry option for those trying to watch their calorie intake. 

HOW TO MAKE CHICKEN KORMA WITH COCONUT MILK?

Cooking methods:

  • Simmer on a low-medium heat for 30 minutes on the stovetop
  • Cook in the pressure cooker around 10 minutes or depending on your instructions
  • Cook in the slow cooker from 8-10 hours.

Today, I used my pressure cooker because I was in a hurry to have dinner on the table so I could watch my favorite recorded show on the PVR.  

However this type of dish can be made either way.

This delicious curry is made with boneless chicken breast and simmered in a rich tomato, coconut sauce that you’re sure love time and time again.

WHAT IS CHICKEN KORMA?

Chicken Korma is a popular dish that originate from Indian, consisting of meat or vegetables braised with yogurt or cream, water or stock, and spices to produce a thick sauce. 

Chicken Korma is the ultimate comfort food for a lot of Indian people. And is typically served over a bed of Jasmine rice and or naan bread. 

As you may know if you have been to my blog before, I LOVE Curry.

So if you like curried foods as much as me then you are going to love this simple recipe too. 

Guaranteed! Plus it is a tad different than the average chicken curry recipes.

SPICES USED IN COCONUT KORMA

  • Curry Powder
  • Garam Masala
  • Turmeric
  • Ground Coriander
  • Ground Cinnamon
  • Ground Cumin Seed
  • Ground Cardamom
  • Freshly Ground Nutmeg
  • 1 tbsp Salt
  • 1 tbsp Kasoori Methi” = “Dried fenugreek” , optional

The green seasoning you see on top of this dish is called “Kasoori Methi” which is basically dried fenugreek” leaves. It can be found in almost any international isle at your local grocery. See below!

If you cannot find “dried fenugreek” leaves you can just omit it. However I find it adds an extra element to the dish that is really nice.

I have shared a few other curry recipes here on my blog, however this is the first one with coconut milk vs cream/milk. So if your lactose intolerant than this dish may be right up your ally. 

WHAT GOES WITH CHICKEN KORMA?

Be sure to make some basmati rice to serve alongside or if you really want to make it extra special go ahead and make some homemade Naan Bread.

I will share my favorite Naan bread recipe with you all on this blog very soon  so stay tuned

If you end up giving it a try, do let me know in the comments below. I would love to know what you think 

If you LOVE curry as much as me, simply go ahead and search my site for more of my curry recipes.

Inspired by: thewanderlustkitchen.com

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Bread, Date Night, Dinner ideas, Instant Pot, Slow Cooker recipes

Bunny Chow

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Spicy lamb Bunny Chow originated in South Africa, in Durmas area. And then spread throughout the region from there. Today it is served in many European Restaurants and in many homes of “Afrikaans” as a staple food. And I see why, it is absolutely delicious! 

What is Bunny Chow anyway? Well it’s a curry that is traditionally made with Lamb or Mutton or just Vegetables and then it is put inside a loaf of bread for serving.

History tells the tale of some Indian sugar plantation workers that started to take this food to work daily in a loaf of bread with (no plate) and from there it just took off as one of South Africans famous foods.

Today this recipe has become a hit in Europe and beyond. I prefer to make this recipe and then place it into “Crusty Bread” as opposed to the traditional “Bunny Bread” which is a plain soft white bread.

Of course this is my personally preferences, you can choose to prepare it either way! And do not be afraid to eat this one with your hands either, that is how it’s done.

Inspired by: SAPEOPLE TASTY RECIPES


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Appetizers & Sides, Christmas & Thanksgiving, Vegetarian

Avocado Black Bean Dip

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This Avocado Black Bean dip is an easy healthy appetizer that gets it’s creaminess from a combination of avocados and black beans.With a hint of chipotle chilies that give it an unforgettable flavor. 

Excellent recipe for game day or as a healthy alternative to some other snack foods that may intrigue you. Serve with a side of your favorite tortilla chips.
 
This dip is packed full of fiber and many other nutrients, that are sure to leave you feeling great after eating. This dip would go great in burritos and or served along nacho type dishes as well.
 
 
Sometimes I will make this instead of my plain old guacamole, because the black beans have 21 grams of fiber per 100 grams so it encourages me to skip on the meat protein for that particular meal.
 

 

 

Note: Store leftovers in an airtight container up to a week.

 

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Curries, Dinner ideas

Durban Mutton Curry

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Are you a curry lover like me? If so then this Durban Mutton is sure to knock your socks off it’s that good. 

Durban Curry hails from a city inside South Africa, originally it was said that the East Indians where the ones to bring it over and the story goes that they were seen eating it often while on the work sites. 

 

 

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