½teaspoonred chilli(skip red chilli if you like less spicy food)
other
3tomato sliced or pureed
½teaspoonsalt
Garnish
1tablespoonbutter(optional)
1½piecegingerthickly grated
2medium chillies
1lemonsliced in wedges
Instructions
Heat oil in a wok, add chicken, salt, and pepper. Fry for 3 minutes until color changes. Then remove chicken with a slotted spoon and set aside.
In the same oil, add onions and cook for 3 minutes until translucent.
Next, fry spices for a minute until it sizzles.
Now mix in tomatoes and salt. Cook on high for 3-5 minutes until oil separates.
Add chicken to the gravy and cover. Cook for 10-15 minutes until chicken is tender. (Add ¼ cup water, if required).
Add 1 tablespoon butter (if using) chilies and ginger. Cover the karahi for a few minutes to let the chillies soften. Chicken Karahi is ready. Garnish and serve.
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Notes
Chicken: Bone-in chicken is best for karahi. Boneless chicken can also work but the fats from bones add more flavor to karahi.Ghee or oil: I used oil in this recipe to keep it simple and healthier. I must confess ghee AKA clarified butter tastes much better. Fresh tomatoes: Fresh, flavorful, deep red, fully ripened, and firm tomatoes add a lot of flavor to the recipe.Spice Level: This curry is moderately spiced as per Indian tastebuds. But, if you are not used to spicy Indian food, then skip red chili powder altogether and also cut green chili paste in half for a less spicy Karahi. After chicken is cooked, taste test and add a little chili powder if/as needed.Fenugreek: Fenugreek leaves are different from fenugreek seeds. These add a very food aroma to the curry. But you can skip it if not available.Garam masala: It is a powdered mix of many Indian whole spices and can be skipped without altering the taste.Leftovers: Most ingredients in karahi retain their taste and color upon freezing.