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Karai Chicken

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This is a nice dish to serve to guests, and simple to make!

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Ingredients

  • 2 lb boneless chicken (can use a combination of leg and fillet meat), cut into medium sized pieces, cleaned and washed
  • 2 medium-large onions, diced medium
  • 1 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp ginger/garlic
  • 2 dessertspoons Shan karai masala (spice)
  • 1 tsp red chilli powder
  • ~ 10 black peppercorns (mari)
  • 2-3 tbsp oil
  • 1tin tomatoes, blended
  • 2 fresh tomatoes, blended with tinned tomatoes
  • ~ 2 coloured peppers, sliced into strips
  • a handful of chopped green dhana

Details

Level of difficulty Average
Cost Average budget

Preparation

Step 1

Mix everything except the coloured peppers in a large pot. Cook (with lid open initially) over medium - high heat, stirring occasionally to prevent scorching.

Step 2

When the chicken is almost done add the strips of pepper. Cook until all is done and a thick saucy texture is achieved. Garnish with the green dhana before serving with chappatis.

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