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Chicken Jalfrezi

Chicken Jalfrezi

This is a Pakistani recipe that is a spicy curry. My Mama made this dish, and I like it very much. You must try it. This dish is best served with basmati rice, chapattis or naan bread.

Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
55 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 15 mins
Yield:
6 servings
Servings:
6

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 onion, grated
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut in half
  • 3 teaspoons ground turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can peeled and diced tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons ghee (clarified butter)
  • 3 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 3 teaspoons ground coriander
  • 2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger root
  • ½ cup chopped cilantro leaves

Directions

Step 1
Heat the oil in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add onions and garlic, and cook for about 2 minutes. Add the chicken, and season with turmeric, chili powder and salt. Fry gently, scraping the bottom of the pan frequently and turning the chicken.

Step 2
Pour in the tomatoes with their juice, cover the pan, and simmer over medium heat for 20 minutes. Uncover, and simmer for another 10 minutes to let the excess liquid evaporate.

Step 3
Add the ghee, cumin, ground coriander, ginger and cilantro, and simmer for another 5 to 7 minutes. Serve the chicken pieces with sauce spooned over the top.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

265
Calories
17g
Fat
7g
Carbs
20g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 265
% Daily Value *
Total Fat17g 22%
Saturated Fat6g 28%
Cholesterol79mg 26%
Sodium755mg 33%
Total Carbohydrate7g 2%
Dietary Fiber2g 8%
Total Sugars3g
Protein20g
Vitamin C9mg 43%
Calcium61mg 5%
Iron4mg 22%
Potassium337mg 7%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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