LAL MASALA CHICKEN

30 mins
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Marinade chicken with lemon juice.
  2. 2Marinade chicken with lemon juice.
  3. 3Marinade chicken with lemon juice.
  4. 4Add yogurt to the chicken for marination.
  5. 5Add yogurt to the chicken for marination.
  6. 6Add yogurt to the chicken for marination.
  7. 7Add red chili powder to the chicken.
  8. 8Add red chili powder to the chicken.
  9. 9Add red chili powder to the chicken.
  10. 10Add turmeric powder to the chicken.
  11. 11Add turmeric powder to the chicken.
  12. 12Add turmeric powder to the chicken.
  13. 13Add chicken masala powder to the chicken.
  14. 14Add chicken masala powder to the chicken.
  15. 15Add chicken masala powder to the chicken.
  16. 16Add coriander powder to the chicken.
  17. 17Add coriander powder to the chicken.
  18. 18Add coriander powder to the chicken.
  19. 19Add salt to the chicken.
  20. 20Add salt to the chicken.
  21. 21Add salt to the chicken.
  22. 22Mix all the marinating ingredients very well with the chicken.
  23. 23Mix all the marinating ingredients very well with the chicken.
  24. 24Mix all the marinating ingredients very well with the chicken.
  25. 25Add roasted onion to a blender for the special masala.
  26. 26Add roasted onion to a blender for the special masala.
  27. 27Add roasted onion to a blender for the special masala.
  28. 28Add ginger garlic to the blender.
  29. 29Add ginger garlic to the blender.
  30. 30Add ginger garlic to the blender.
  31. 31Add cumin seeds to the blender.
  32. 32Add cumin seeds to the blender.
  33. 33Add cumin seeds to the blender.
  34. 34Add soaked Kashmiri red chilies to the blender.
  35. 35Add soaked Kashmiri red chilies to the blender.
  36. 36Add soaked Kashmiri red chilies to the blender.
  37. 37Blend the ingredients into a special masala paste, adding water as needed.
  38. 38Blend the ingredients into a special masala paste, adding water as needed.
  39. 39Blend the ingredients into a special masala paste, adding water as needed.
  40. 40Add ghee to a kadai (pan).
  41. 41Add ghee to a kadai (pan).
  42. 42Add ghee to a kadai (pan).
  43. 43Add the marinated chicken to the hot ghee.
  44. 44Add the marinated chicken to the hot ghee.
  45. 45Add the marinated chicken to the hot ghee.
  46. 46Mix the chicken well on high heat for 2 to 3 minutes.
  47. 47Mix the chicken well on high heat for 2 to 3 minutes.
  48. 48Mix the chicken well on high heat for 2 to 3 minutes.
  49. 49Cover and cook the chicken for 15 minutes on medium heat.
  50. 50Cover and cook the chicken for 15 minutes on medium heat.
  51. 51Cover and cook the chicken for 15 minutes on medium heat.
  52. 52Add the special blended masala to the cooked chicken.
  53. 53Add the special blended masala to the cooked chicken.
  54. 54Add the special blended masala to the cooked chicken.
  55. 55Mix the special masala well with the chicken for 4 to 5 minutes on high heat.
  56. 56Mix the special masala well with the chicken for 4 to 5 minutes on high heat.
  57. 57Mix the special masala well with the chicken for 4 to 5 minutes on high heat.
  58. 58Add curry leaves to the chicken.
  59. 59Add curry leaves to the chicken.
  60. 60Add curry leaves to the chicken.
  61. 61Mix the curry leaves into the chicken curry.
  62. 62Mix the curry leaves into the chicken curry.
  63. 63Mix the curry leaves into the chicken curry.
  64. 64Finish by adding chopped coriander leaves.
  65. 65Finish by adding chopped coriander leaves.
  66. 66Finish by adding chopped coriander leaves.
  67. 67Stir everything well and serve hot with naan or chapati.
  68. 68Stir everything well and serve hot with naan or chapati.
  69. 69Stir everything well and serve hot with naan or chapati.

Ingredients

  • 600 g chicken
  • 600 g chicken
  • 600 g chicken
  • 0.5 unit lemon juice
  • 0.5 unit lemon juice
  • 0.5 unit lemon juice
  • 4 TBSP yogurt
  • 4 TBSP yogurt
  • 4 TBSP yogurt
  • 1 TBSP red chili powder
  • 1 TBSP red chili powder
  • 1 TBSP red chili powder
  • 0.5 TSPN turmeric powder
  • 0.5 TSPN turmeric powder
  • 0.5 TSPN turmeric powder
  • 1.5 TSPN chicken masala powder
  • 1.5 TSPN chicken masala powder
  • 1.5 TSPN chicken masala powder
  • 1 TSPN coriander powder
  • 1 TSPN coriander powder
  • 1 TSPN coriander powder
  • to taste salt
  • to taste salt
  • to taste salt
  • 1 big size roasted onion
  • 1 big size roasted onion
  • 1 big size roasted onion
  • ginger garlic
  • ginger garlic
  • ginger garlic
  • cumin seeds
  • cumin seeds
  • cumin seeds
  • soaked Kashmiri red chilies
  • soaked Kashmiri red chilies
  • soaked Kashmiri red chilies
  • 0.33 cup ghee
  • 0.33 cup ghee
  • 0.33 cup ghee
  • curry leaves
  • curry leaves
  • curry leaves
  • coriander leaves
  • coriander leaves
  • coriander leaves

Equipment

bowlblenderkadailid

Tips

  • This recipe is referred to as "My Mom's Special" and "The Only best Lal masala Chicken You'll Ever make" for its unique taste.
  • Enjoy the dish with naan or chapati.
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  • The special masala needs to be blended with roasted onion, ginger garlic, cumin seeds, and soaked Kashmiri red chilies for a rich flavor.
  • Marinating the chicken properly ensures it absorbs all the flavors and cooks evenly.
  • Cooking on high heat initially helps in searing the chicken and locking in moisture.
  • Covering and cooking on medium heat allows the chicken to cook thoroughly and become tender.
  • Adding special masala and cooking on high heat helps to integrate the flavors and thicken the gravy.
  • Fresh curry and coriander leaves are added at the end for aroma and garnish, enhancing the overall taste and presentation of the dish.
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