Traditional Chicken Karahi

A rich and flavorful Pakistani-style karahi, made with tender chicken, aromatic spices, and a thick tomato-based gravy.

Servings: 6
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes

Ingredients

• Chicken (cut into pieces): 1 kg
• Salt: to taste
• Red chili powder: 1 tablespoon
• Turmeric powder: 1/2 tablespoon
• Garam masala: 1/2 tablespoon
• Green chilies (chopped): 6-8
• Onions (chopped): 4 medium
• Tomatoes (chopped): 4 medium
• Yogurt: 1 cup
• Ginger garlic paste: 1 tablespoon
• Oil: 1/2 cup
• Fresh coriander leaves (chopped): 1/2 cup
• Ginger (julienne-cut): for garnish

Directions

1. In a karahi, add chicken, onions, tomatoes, yogurt, salt, red chili powder, turmeric, garam masala, and ginger garlic paste. Mix well.
2. Cover with a lid and cook on medium heat, stirring occasionally.
3. Once the water from the tomatoes evaporates and oil separates, add 1 cup of water and cook for another 5 minutes.
4. Turn off the flame and add chopped green chilies, fresh coriander leaves, and julienne-cut ginger.
5. Cover the karahi for 10-15 minutes to let the flavors infuse.

Serve hot with naan and yogurt chutney for an authentic experience.

Nutritional Values (Per Serving)

• Calories: ~320
• Protein: 28g
• Carbohydrates: 10g
• Fat: 18g
• Fiber: 3g
• Sugar: 5g
• Sodium: 250mg