Ingredients
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For marinade
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1⁄2 teaspoon Wonder’s Mera Wala kashmiri / Kumthi Chilly Powder
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1 teaspoon Wonder Merawala Garam Masala
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1/2 teaspoon Wonder Merawala Turmeric Powder
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Salt
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2 tbsp of Yogurt
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1⁄2 tsp Wonder’s Mera Wala Chicken MasalaSpice
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For gravy
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750 grams Chickenon the bone
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1⁄2 tsp Wonder's Mera Wala Cumin Seeds
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3-4 tbsp Cooking Oil
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6 Medium OnionsFinely Chopped
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12 Garlic cloves
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1 inch Ginger
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3 Green Chillies
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1 tsp Wonder’s Mera Wala kashmiri / Kumthi Chilly Powder
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1/2 tsp Wonder Merawala Turmeric Powder
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1 cup Tomato Puree
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For Garnish
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15 Coriander Leaves
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2 tbsp Fresh Cream
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1/2 tsp Wonder’s Mera Wala kasuri Methi
Directions
If you are a chicken a lover and head every now and then to your favorite restaurant to enjoy this mouth-watering spicy chicken dish then there is good news for you. You can cook this appetizing restaurant-style Masala Chicken Gravy at the convenience of your home. Learn how to make this Chicken recipe here with our step by step guide.
What makes Chicken Masala Gravy Special? The best part about this delicious chicken delicacy is its spicy gravy which brings a tremendous flavor and color to the dish. The spice level of the gravy is usually high is high due to the use of spicy flavors. Usage of right proportion of spices in the Masala gravy is paramount in order to bring the authentic flavor of the recipe.
We have used slow cooking method for this recipe. Cooking chicken slowly on low flame generally yields more flavor to the chicken while making it soft and succulent.
Why marinate chicken before cooking?
It is not necessary to marinate chicken before cooking. Marinating chicken simply imparts the flavor. Compared to other meats chicken is very soft. The marinade
process might be last minutes or days but this helps chicken absorb the flavors based on the time of marinating. No matter what sort of chicken dish you are cooking, marinating chicken makes it taste better.
What kind of Spice(s) is ideal to make Chicken Masala Gravy? To make this delicious Gravy dish, lots of spices go into. Knowing the right proportion of spices in the recipe is also important. In order to save your time and getting in wiggle of adding a lot of spices, we would suggest you go for Wonder Mera Wala Chicken Masala spice. It has the right proportion of all the spices required for Masala curry and brings an authentic and restaurant-style flavor to the dish
Steps
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PreparationSoak chicken pieces in Luke warm water in a dish and add a pinch of salt. Let it soak for 10 minutes and later clean and rinse it properly under running water. Put it in a bowl and set aside. |
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To prepare marinadeIn a mixing bowl, add Wonder Mera Wala Red Chili Powder, Wonder Mera Wala Chicken Masala powder, turmeric powder, salt and 2 tbsp of yogurt and mix well. Add chicken pieces in this mixture and marinate for 30 minutes. |
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Prepare Mixture for GravyTake green chilies, garlic cloves, ginger and grind together to get a coarse paste. Add little water if needed. |
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Preparing GravyTake a medium-sized pan and heat half cup of cooking oil in it. Add Wonder Mera Wala Cumin Seeds and let it clutter. Add finely chopped onions into it and sauté it until they turn golden in color. Add ground paste of ginger-garlic-chili to the pan and give a nice stir. Sauté the mixture for 1-2 minutes until their raw smell goes away. Add remaining spices into the sautéing mixture such as red chili powder, turmeric powder, and Wonder Mera Wala Chicken Masala and Mix well. |
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Add marinated chicken into the sautéed mixture and along with the marinade and give a nice stir to combine well. Roast the chicken pieces along with mixture for 5-7 minutes and then add tomato puree into the pan. Mix well and roast for another 5 minutes. |
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Add 1.5 cups of water into the pan and add salt (as per your taste) and mix well. Cook the chicken on low flame for another 15 minutes until the gravy thickens or you get the desired consistency of the gravy |
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For GarnishingOnce the chicken is properly cooked and gravy is thickened, add freshly chopped Cilantro leaves, kasoori methi and mix well. Cook for another 1 minute and serve hot. |
Racipe Tips
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Soaking chicken in the lukewarm water before cooking ultimately reduces your cooking time.
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You can adjust the amount of spices in the gravy as per your preference.
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Instead of water you can also add coconut milk to the chicken after sautéing it.
