Indian chicken rice recipe.

 

                                                                 assalamualaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatahu

Welcome to my Kitchen, I am Chef Tooba.

And today I am here with a very delicious recipe for..

                                                               Indian chicken rice . 

Ingredients: -Sabut dhania (Coriander seeds) 1 tbs -Zeera (Cumin seeds) 2 tsp -Hari elaichi (Green cardamom) 6-7 -Shahi zeera (Caraway seeds) ½ tsp -Laung (Cloves) 7-8 -Javitri (Mace) 2 blades -Jaifil (Nutmeg) ¼ piece -Boneless chicken thigh pieces 4 -Tikka masala 1 tbs -Namak (Salt) ¼ tsp or to taste -Lemon juice 1 tbs -Adrak lehsan paste (Ginger garlic paste) 2 tsp -Cooking oil ¼ Cup -Hara dhania (Fresh coriander) chopped 1 tbs -Nurpur Butter salted 2-3 tbs (20g) -Badiyan ka phool (Star anise) 1 -Darchini (Cinnamon stick) 1 -Tez patta (Bay leaves) 2 -Aloo bukhara (Dried plums) 6-8 -Pyaz (Onion) sliced 1 medium -Hari mirch (Green chilli) paste 1 & ½ tbs -Adrak lehsan paste (Ginger garlic paste) 1 tbs -Tamatar (Tomato) chopped 1 small -Dahi (Yogurt) whisked ¼ Cup -Namak (Salt) 2 tsp or to taste -Kali mirch (Black pepper) crushed 1 tsp -Water 3 Cups -Chawal (Rice) sella ½ kg (soaked for 1 hour) -Nurpur Butter salted 2-3 tbs (20g)

Directions:

In a spice mixer,add coriander seeds,cumin seeds,green cardamom,caraway seeds,cloves,mace, nutmeg,grind well & set aside.

1. -In a bowl,add chicken,½ tbs of ground spices (reserve remaining for later use),tikka masala,salt, lemon juice,ginger garlic paste,mix well & set aside. -In a pot,add cooking oil,chicken & fry on medium flame from both sides until golden brown,cover & cook on low flame for 4-5 minutes then cut into pieces,sprinkle fresh coriander,cover & set aside. -In the same pot,add butter & let it melt. -Add star anise,cinnamon stick,bay leaves,dried plums & mix well. -Add onion & sauté until translucent. -Add green chilli paste,ginger garlic paste,mix well & cook for 2 minutes. -Add tomatoes,mix well & cook until tomatoes are soft. -Add yogurt,remaining ground spices,salt,black pepper crushed,mix well & cook for 2-3 minutes. -Add water,mix well & bring it to boil. -Add soaked rice,mix well & cook on medium flame until water is reduced,cover with kitchen cloth & lid and steam cook on low flame for 12-15 minutes. -On a serving dish,add cooked rice & chicken pieces. -In a saucepan,add butter & let it melt. -Drizzle melted butter on serving dish & serve!

2. Spicy version: If you like your food spicy, you can increase the amount of green chili paste and black pepper in the recipe. You can also add some red chili powder or cayenne pepper to the spice mix for the chicken.

3. Vegetarian version: To make this dish vegetarian, you can replace the chicken with paneer (Indian cottage cheese) or tofu. You can also add some vegetables such as bell peppers, carrots, and peas to the rice.

4. Creamy version: For a creamy version of this dish, you can add some cream or coconut milk to the tomato and yogurt sauce. This will give it a rich and creamy texture.

5. Smoky version: To add a smoky flavor to the dish, you can grill the chicken instead of frying it. You can also add some smoked paprika or liquid smoke to the spice mix.

6. Citrus version: To give the dish a citrusy twist, you can add some orange or lime zest to the spice mix for the chicken. You can also add some orange or lemon juice to the tomato and yogurt sauce.

7. Nutty version: To add a nutty flavor to the dish, you can toast some almonds or cashews and sprinkle them over the rice before serving. You can also add some almond or cashew paste to the tomato and yogurt sauce.

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