Nihari Chicken Recipe
Nihari chicken is a popular and flavorful dish that originated in the Indian subcontinent. It is a slow-cooked stew made with tender chicken and a rich, aromatic gravy. This dish is traditionally enjoyed for breakfast or lunch, and it pairs perfectly with naan or rice.
Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: 3 hoursIngredients:
- 1 kg chicken, cut into pieces
- 2 onions, finely sliced
- 4 tablespoons ghee or oil
- 2 tablespoons ginger-garlic paste
- 2 tablespoons nihari masala powder
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1 teaspoon fennel seeds
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 4 cups water
- Salt to taste
- Fresh coriander leaves, for garnish
- Ginger slices, for garnish
- Thinly sliced green chilies, for garnish
Instructions:
- In a large pot, heat ghee or oil over medium heat.
- Add sliced onions and cook until golden brown.
- Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for a minute.
- Add chicken pieces and cook until they are lightly browned.
- In a separate pan, dry roast fennel seeds and cumin seeds until fragrant. Grind them into a fine powder.
- Add nihari masala powder, turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, ground fennel seeds, and ground cumin seeds to the pot. Mix well.
- Pour water into the pot and bring it to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 2-3 hours or until the chicken is tender and the flavors are