Recipe: Chicken Masala

This ultimate desi chicken masala recipe is simple to cook and rich in flavour.

The whole red chilies in the masala add a fiery touch to the gravy for those who love a dose of spices.

Boneless Chicken (handi cut) ½ kg

Cooking Oil 2 tbsp

Ginger and Garlic paste 1 tbsp

Whole Red Chilies 10

Tomatoes (sliced in rounds) 2

Water ½ cup

Red Chili Powder 1 tsp

White Cumin 1 tsp

Black Cumin 1 tsp

Ground Coriander 1 tsp

Black Pepper Powder 1 tsp

Dried Fenugreek 1 ½ tsp

Chopped Green Coriander 1 tbsp

Salt to taste

Dry Roast and Grind to Powder:


Whole Cardamom 1

Carom 1 tsp

Green Cardamom 2-4

Cloves 5

Cinnamon Stick 1

•  Heat oil in a pan and sauté whole red chilies with ginger and garlic paste.

•  Add chicken and stir fry for 2-3 minutes.

•  Mix in all the spices and adjust seasoning according to taste.

•  Add tomatoes and water and cook till oil separates.

•  Sprinkle fenugreek leaves and chopped coriander and heat for 2 minutes.

•  Serve with garlic naan and sliced onions. 

Preparation time: 10 minute(s)

Cooking time: 15 minute(s)

Serves 5 people

Published in The Express Tribune, Ms T, March 17^th, 2013.

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