Bihari Chicken Curry

Bihari Chicken Curry is a flavorful and aromatic dish, infused with a blend of spices and slow-cooked to perfection. This gluten-free recipe offers a delightful taste of Bihar, India, perfect for a cozy dinner.

Ingredients

• Chicken thighs - 300 grams, boneless, cut into pieces
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 inch, grated
• Tomato - 1 medium, pureed
• Green chilies - 2, slit
• Yogurt - 100 grams, whisked
• Mustard oil - 2 tablespoons
• Turmeric powder - 1 teaspoon
• Red chili powder - 1 teaspoon
• Cumin powder - 1 teaspoon
• Coriander powder - 1 teaspoon
• Garam masala - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Fresh coriander leaves - for garnish

Steps

1. Heat mustard oil in a pan over medium heat until it shimmers.
2. Add the chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Add the turmeric powder, red chili powder, cumin powder, and coriander powder, sautéing for another minute.
5. Incorporate the chicken pieces and cook until they are no longer pink.
6. Mix in the pureed tomato and green chilies, cooking for 5-7 minutes until the mixture thickens.
7. Lower the heat and add the whisked yogurt, stirring to combine well with the chicken.
8. Season with salt and cover the pan, letting it simmer for 20 minutes until the chicken is tender and the flavors meld.
9. Sprinkle garam masala over the curry and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
10. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with rice or gluten-free bread.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 120 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Contains spices like turmeric and ginger, known for their anti-inflammatory properties.

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