Murgh Makhanwala (Butter Chicken)
chicken, indian
1 -
4 to 6 cloves garlic
1 teaspoon ginger root -- chopped
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder -- * see
1 note
1/2 teaspoon cayenne
2 serrano pepper w/seeds
1 cup plain yogurt
1 teaspoon salt
2 lb boneless skinless chickens
1 cut in 1 pieces
3 tablespoon butter (preferably
1 unsalted)
2 onions -- sliced thin
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3 cloves
3 cardamom pods -- peeled
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon cayenne
1 teaspoon ground coriander (dhania)
1/2 cup water
1 1/2 teaspoon salt or less to taste
1/4 cup cilantro -- chopped
Marinade----
Curry----
Set the chicken aside. Using a blender, combine the other ingredients for the marinade into a smooth paste. Rub the marinade into the chicken pieces and place in an airtight container. Allow to marinate for at least 2 hours.
Melt butter in a heavy pan (dutch oven). Add the cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves and cardamom. Saute for one minutes until the spices release their aroma. Add onions and fry until they turn golden. Add ground cumin, cayenne and ground coriander. Saute for 2 more minutes. Add the marinated chicken along with the excess marinade, water and salt. Bring to a boil, then turn down the flame and allow to simmer; partially covered, until chicken is tender, at least 15 minutes. Garnish with chopped cilantro.
Recipe By : American Statesman 3/5/97
From: Sherry Zeiss Date: 15 Mar 97 Mastercook Recipes (Mailing List) Ä
Yield: 1 servings