Balti Butter Chicken

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serves/makes:

ready in:
under 30 minutes

4 reviews

ingredients

1/4 pint natural yogurt
2 ounces ground almonds
1 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon crushed bay leaves
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon garam masala
4 green cardamom pods
1 teaspoon ginger pulp
1 teaspoon garlic pulp
1 can (14 ounce size) tomatoes
1 1/4 teaspoon salt
2 pounds chicken, skinned, boned and cubed
3 ounces butter
1 tablespoon corn oil
2 medium onions, sliced
2 tablespoons fresh coriander, chopped
4 tablespoons single cream

directions

Place the yoghurt, ground almonds, all the dry spices, ginger, garlic, tomatoes and salt in a mixing bowl and blend together thoroughly. Put the chicken into a large mixing bowl and pour over the yoghurt mixture, Set aside.

Melt together the butter and oil in a medium karahi, wok or frying pan. Add the onions and fry for about 3 minutes. Add the chicken mixture and stir-fry for about 7-10 minutes. Stir in about half of the coriander and mix well. Pour over the cream and stir in well. Bring to a gentle simmer. Serve garnished with the remaining chopped coriander.

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grace74

nutrition data

342 calories, 25 grams fat, 11 grams carbohydrates, 20 grams protein per serving. This recipe is low in carbs.

reviews & comments

newuser REVIEW:
December 2, 2013

This was quite tasty. I used chicken thigh meat and it was very tender.
I_like_chicken REVIEW:
December 5, 2007

Yum. That's all I have to say. If you like new foods, but are hesitant... butter chicken will bring you do the dark side! It's delicious, and addictive. :)
xxHeeraxx REVIEW:
September 11, 2007

This is a very delicious and savory dish. The recipe was nearly perfect, but i would also suggest using onion puree rather than chopped onions. Simply because it is easier and because the presentation of the dish looks a lot better. The dish tastes just as great without the nuts or coriander! Thats how tasty it it. Those are my suggestions. but of coarse that is all up to an individuals likings. Again thanks for such a delicious and hastle free recipe!
Shulogna REVIEW:
January 7, 2007

Not my idea of healthy food but very delicious chicken!

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