Kolkata Chicken Burger

The Kolkata Chicken Burger is a flavorful fusion that combines spicy marinated chicken with traditional Indian spices, served in a soft bun along with a refreshing mint chutney. This burger captures the essence of Kolkata street food, offering a delightful bite of both heat and freshness.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 250 grams
• Ginger-garlic paste - 1 tablespoon
• Garam masala - 1 teaspoon
• Red chili powder - 1 teaspoon
• Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Coriander powder - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Oil - 2 tablespoons
• Burger buns - 2
• Lettuce leaves - 2
• Tomato - 1 (sliced)
• Onion - 1 small (sliced)
• Cucumber - 1/2 (sliced)
• Mint chutney - 4 tablespoons
• Cheese slices - 2 (optional)

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine the chicken breast, ginger-garlic paste, garam masala, red chili powder, turmeric powder, coriander powder, salt, and lemon juice. Mix well and marinate for at least 15 minutes.
2. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, until fully cooked and golden brown.
3. While the chicken is cooking, toast the burger buns lightly on a separate pan until golden.
4. Assemble the burger by spreading mint chutney on the bottom half of each bun.
5. Place a lettuce leaf on the chutney, followed by the cooked chicken breast, tomato slices, onion slices, and cucumber slices. Add a cheese slice if desired.
6. Top with the other half of the bun and serve immediately with extra mint chutney on the side.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 35 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from chicken, supporting muscle health.
• Contains spices like turmeric and coriander that have anti-inflammatory properties.

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