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chicken curry

Pakistani Chicken Salan

Chicken Salan or chicken curry always reflect the bygone era; the authentic taste and color always take me back to nostalgia. I truly and utterly respect this traditional dish because so many memories are attached to it. 
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Indian, Pakistani
Servings 5

Ingredients
  

  • 700 gram Chicken 
  • 2 Onions
  • 3 Tomatoes
  • 2 Potatoes
  • 1 tsp Ginger paste
  • 1 tsp Garlic paste
  • 1 tsp Paprika chili powder
  • 1 tsp Red chili powder
  • 1 tsp Turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp Dry coriander powder
  • 1 tsp Dry Fenugreek 
  • Cilantro

Instructions
 

  • Sauté Onions: Cook onions in oil until golden, not too dark. Add garlic and ginger paste and stir until onions turn dark brown. Keep the flame medium.
  • Add Tomatoes: Add tomato wedges and a few drops of water to soften the tomatoes. Stir, and cover the lid for 1 min.
  • Blend Spices: Add ground spices with a splash of water. Simmer for 2 mins on low.
  • Add Chicken & Potatoes: Mix chicken in gravy and add potatoes. Stir for 1 min.
  • Add Water: Deglaze by adding 2 cups of water. Simmer for 20 mins on low. Stir occasionally, and cover the lid to make the chicken soft and juicy.
  • Garnish: Sprinkle cilantro, green chilies, cumin seeds. Serve and enjoy!

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Keyword Authentic chicken salan, Chicken Curry, Chicken Salan, Pakistani chicken salan
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