Kadai Murg

Kadai Murg is a flavorful and spicy chicken curry cooked in a traditional Indian wok, known as a kadai. This dish is enriched with aromatic spices and fresh bell peppers, making it a perfect accompaniment to rice or naan.

Ingredients

• Chicken, cut into pieces - 500 grams
• Onion, finely chopped - 1 medium (150 grams)
• Tomato, pureed - 1 large (200 grams)
• Ginger-garlic paste - 1 tablespoon
• Green bell pepper, diced - 1 medium (150 grams)
• Red bell pepper, diced - 1 medium (150 grams)
• Yogurt - 3 tablespoons
• Cooking oil - 3 tablespoons
• Cumin seeds - 1 teaspoon
• Coriander powder - 1 tablespoon
• Cumin powder - 1 teaspoon
• Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Garam masala - 1 teaspoon
• Red chili powder - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Fresh coriander leaves, chopped - for garnish

Steps

1. Heat the cooking oil in a kadai or a deep skillet over medium heat.
2. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter for a few seconds.
3. Add the chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
4. Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and cook for 1-2 minutes until the raw smell disappears.
5. Add the chicken pieces and fry on high heat for about 5-7 minutes until they are browned.
6. Mix in the tomato puree and cook for another 5 minutes until the oil separates from the mixture.
7. Add yogurt, coriander powder, cumin powder, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well and cook for 10 minutes on medium heat.
8. Add the diced green and red bell peppers and stir to combine.
9. Cover and cook for an additional 10 minutes on low heat, until the chicken is cooked through and the peppers are tender.
10. Sprinkle garam masala over the dish, mix gently, and let it cook for another 2 minutes.
11. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with rice or naan.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 100 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from chicken, which is essential for muscle repair and growth.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from the fresh vegetables, promoting overall health.

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